Entergy says the lights are back on for another large number of the utility company’s customers. Entergy’s Phillip May says 682-thousand of the 902-thousand customers who lost power to Hurricane now have power restored.  The BAD news, he says is in Lafourche, St. Charles and Terrebonne parishes … where it will take a while longer. May says lineman are working diligently..:

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After the disaster, in comes the American Red Cross to do whatever it can to help. Red Cross President and CEO Gail McGovern says they helped shelter about 40-thousand, and are serving about 60-thousand meals a day…:

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To donate to help, go to RedCross.org.

Congressman Steve Scalise says Louisiana congressional delegates are united in working to get a disaster relief package for Hurricane Ida, but also for Hurricane Laura and Delta in southwest Louisiana last year. He says it is highly likely this would be a stand-alone package and not tied up in the federal infrastructure bill being considered…:

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He says the relief package will need to be in the billions of dollars.

FEMA reminds you that you may be eligible for Critical Needs Assistance for expenses in coping with the hurricane. Things like food, water, prescription drugs, medical supplies and more. Call 800-231-FEMa or online at DisasterAssistance.gov