More big heat is on the way for tomorrow, but as advertised in our weathercasts, we do expect some subtle changes later this week. Hopefully the ridge of high pressure breaks down enough for Friday to open the door for a weakening front accompanied by scattered showers and thunderstorms. The question over the next several days is whether storms that get more active in Texas will put a dent in the ridge of high pressure? Hopefully so, but we are not going gang-busters on our rain chances yet. There may be another chance of rain early next week with a more significant frontal boundary that will try to push through.
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In the entomology department, we have had a number of reports of swarming termites from Franklin to Jennings. From what I understand, the hot temperatures and just the right humidity have triggered the swarms.  The best way of keeping them out of our houses is to lower the lights inside at night, and make it cooler by lowering the thermostat. To identify the species check out this PDF from the LSU Ag Center. In addition, you can get a good overview from the Ag Center here.
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Rob Perillo