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It's going to be a hot weekend, and the National Weather Service says we may hit 100°F tomorrow in south Louisiana.
Why it matters: Heat can be deadly, and you need to take precautions.
The big picture: Metro residents are encouraged to seek air conditioning and stay hydrated.
Yes, but: Your kids still may need to burn some energy.
🩱 Lafreniere's spray park in Metairie re-opened yesterday, and it's free this year.
🛟 Hyams Fountain in Audubon Park is a free, shady wading pool.
💧 The dancing water jets are on in front of the Audubon Aquarium and Insectarium.
🐊 Audubon Zoo's Cool Zoo has several sections, including a splash pad and lazy river. It costs extra on top of zoo admission.
🩳 Parc des Familles Spray Park in Marrero has more than a dozen water features.
🧢 Ormond Spray Park in Destrehan has multiple water features, including a water-spraying tube tunnel.
🚗 Head across the Causeway for splash pads in Mandeville, Covington and Madisonville. There's a nice one in Fountainbleau State Park too.
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