Flood relief efforts continue throughout south Louisiana. Governor John Bel Edwards says we are transitioning into recovery very quickly. He says disaster food stamps will be available in 7 of the affected parishes starting Monday…:
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At least 13 people have died as a result of the historic flooding.

There are no plans for President Barack Obama to cut his New England vacation short to see the devastation in Louisiana first hand. It’s caused many Louisiana residents to wonder if Mr. Obama is concerned about the flooding disaster. US Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson says the President can’t be everywhere, but he is up to date on the situation..:
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Johnson says more than 900 FEMA personnel are on the ground and hundreds more are expected.

Unfortunately, it could be a while before the hardest hit flood victims have power in their homes again. As of Thursday night, more than seven-thousand customers are without power and utility crews are working to re-energize lines. Entergy spokesperson, Kacee Kirschvink (Kursh-vink), says when water is involved, it’s a tedious process to reconnect power safely because water and electricity don’t mix…:
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Kirschvink says victims may have to make repairs to their electrical system before power can be restored.

According to a report from the Alabama athletics website, Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban is asking the Tuscaloosa community and fan base to offer help to for those impacted by flooding. In a tweet, Alabama says it’s their time to give back, and to please donate and help those trying to recover.