CLAIBORNE PARISH, La. — Claiborne Parish is expected to experience a prolonged stretch of hot and sunny weather through the weekend, with temperatures climbing to near 100 degrees by Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.

Wednesday will be sunny and hot with a high near 96 degrees. Southwest winds will be around 5 mph. Wednesday night will be mostly clear with a low around 77.

Thursday will remain sunny and hot with a high near 97 degrees. Thursday night will be mostly clear with temperatures falling to around 73.

Friday will bring another day of sunshine and increasing heat, with a high near 98. Friday night will be mostly clear with a low around 74.

Saturday will remain sunny and hot with a high near 98 degrees. Mostly clear conditions are expected Saturday night with a low around 74.

The hottest temperature of the forecast period is expected Sunday, when sunny skies will accompany a high near 99 degrees.

With temperatures remaining in the upper 90s for several consecutive days, residents should stay hydrated, take frequent breaks when outdoors and limit strenuous activity during the hottest portions of the day.

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