Categories AP and Reuters In a state used to hurricanes and flooding, Louisiana is battling an unprecedented wildfire season Post author By Mike Nova Post date September 18, 2023 Louisiana has had an unprecedented wildfire season, exacerbated by extreme heat and dry conditions. In August alone, there were more than 550 fires across the state, and officials say the season is far from over. ← A Mississippi jury rules officers justified in fatal 2017 shooting after police went to wrong house → The latest in sports