The National Weather Service says it was at least an EF 3 tornado with winds of at least 135 miles per hour that caused significant damage in Arabi in St. Bernard Parish Tuesday night. So far only one storm-related death has been reported. Governor Edwards is touring the storm-ravaged area and meeting with local responders. He will hold a press conference at 1:30. He’s already declared a state of emergency for St. Bernard, Orleans, Jefferson, and St. Tammany Parishes.
The HUD announcement of $450 million for those recovering in southwest Louisiana from 2020’s Hurricane Laura is welcome news in Calcasieu Parish. Alberto Galan who’s overseeing Long Term Recovery says while the state is waiting on the funds those in need can fill out a survey with the state’s Office of Community Development. He says the survey is quick and easy.
The National Weather Service says it was at least an EF-3 tornado that tore through Arabi in St. Bernard Parish killing at least one person. Jeff Palermo has the story…