A heat wave is hitting the South, from a tornado in West Texas to Florida beaches

A heat wave is affecting the Southern US, with cooling centers opening and severe weather causing tornadoes and power outages.

Severe weather impact: A tornado in West Texas left over 1,000 customers without electricity and killed three people, prompting Governor Greg Abbott to sign a disaster declaration.
* More severe weather is forecast for the area, with possible rain, high winds, and tornadoes.

Heatwave conditions: Excessive heat warnings were issued along the Gulf Coast from Brownsville, Texas, to Houston, with heat indexes reaching near 120°F (49°C) in some areas.
* Cooling shelters were set up for residents in affected areas without electricity.
* High humidity is causing the “feels like” temperature to increase significantly.

Safety and precautions: Cities like New Orleans opened cooling centers and hydration stations, while residents were advised to wear lightweight clothing, take frequent rest breaks, and drink more water.
* Entergy New Orleans and the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans suspended electricity shut-offs for delinquent accounts until Tuesday.

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