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Man dead after fireworks mishap
By Brendan Kirby
DAUPHIN ISLAND, Alabama (WALA) A local resident died following a fireworks mishap off of Port Royal Street on the north side of the island, according to authorities.
Dauphin Island police did not release the 55-year-old victim’s name, but neighbors identified him as John Walter. They said he had gone out to the middle of Lafitte Bay with a paddle board and some fireworks. They say for several years, he has put on a show immediately preceding the official fireworks event.
“He was out there and had, I think, two had gone off and then one of them exploded prematurely in the box,” said Ernest Ladd, who watched the incident from his home and called 911. “And what we think happened is, you know, either the percussion from that, or just one of the fireworks when it exploded, hit him in the head. I think he had some damage on the temple.”
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Mobile, Alabama (WALA) Even without parades, Mardi Gras celebrations could fuel COVID-19 transmission, Alabama’s top doctor warned Friday.
Alabama State Health Officer Dr. Scott Harris told reporters that the holiday in Mobile is no different than any occasion that has the potential to draw large numbers of people.
“We always have concern when you hear about large numbers of people getting together,” he said. “And, you know, there’s nothing magic about it being a parade format vs., you know, milling around in the street together without a parade format. I mean, I think both of those certainly have the potential for disease transmission, for sure.”
More people can be vaccinated. Here s where to get COVID-19 vaccinations in NW Louisiana Scott Ferrell, Shreveport Times
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COVID-19 vaccinations are available to more people throughout Louisiana beginning Monday as those ages 65 and over are eligible to be vaccinated.
The state lowered the age for vaccinations from 70 to 65 beginning Monday.
LSU Health Shreveport provides vaccinations at the State Fair Grounds. You can preregister for the vaccinations at www.lsuhs.edu. Preregistration is not required, but you should bring a form of identification and an insurance card. Preregistration is essential to minimizing wait times and in accurate vaccine allocation. If you are unable to pre-register but are age 65 and older, you are eligible to receive the vaccine.