Flood victims are at Bass Pro Shop today in Denham Springs to receive water and food, and meet with FEMA representatives to apply for disaster assistance. Terry is a Denham Springs resident whose home was flooded during the storm. He says he lost two trailers and a truck but is lucky he can stay with his daughter….
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is touring flooded areas in Louisiana today. Trump took pictures with relief workers and offered his support to flood victims who lost their homes and personal belongings. Most of the people who came in contact with Trump were glad he came…
Frustrations are growing in Walker in Livingston Parish over the lack of federal resources to help those affected by the historic flooding. Mayor Rick Ramsey says they’ve been told by FEMA that no temporary housing will be brought in for residents. He says FEMA will try to expedite some reimbursement but that isn’t enough…
Ramsey says his most recent update states there is no intention of bringing in FEMA trailers or providing temporary housing.
As the state transitions into recovery, more volunteers and resources will be needed. Red Cross CEO Gail McGovern says if anyone wants to volunteer or donate to the Red Cross, they can go to RedCross.org. She says their work is far from over.