LAFAYETTE, La. — As Lafayette experiences some of the hottest temperatures of the year, local officials have opened several cooling centers to provide relief for residents trying to escape the heat.

In Girard Park, KATC spoke with two parkgoers who have been taking advantage of these centers, highlighting their importance in alleviating the summer heat.

“I feel like it’s getting hotter and hotter over the years,” said Jose Rodriguez, who still enjoys walking in the park despite the high temperatures. “I’m just walking a little bit and a little bit of sweating,” he added.

According to our weather experts , July 25th was the hottest day of the year so far.

The Lafayette Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP) has activated a network of cooling centers to h

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