The NTSB identifies 68 bridges across the country, including eight in Louisiana, as being at an “unknown level of risk of collapse.” It asked DOTD to let it know of the probability of collapse should a vessel hit any one of them. Rodney Mallett with DOTD says the department will begin reviewing the bridges right away.
Governor Landry announces a major restructuring of GOHSEP, placing the office under the National Guard in an effort to save money. Political analyst Bernie Pinsonat says Landry already has a couple emergencies under his belt in the early stages of his governorship, so he has a good idea of the level of staffing needed – and not needed.
Cut 10 (11) “…this will work.”
An alligator at the Audubon Zoo in New Orleans is the first in the U.S. to undergo cataract surgery. Victor, a rare blue-eyed white alligator, struggled to see his food, often missing meals or following shadows instead. Concerned zookeepers sought help from LSU’s Veterinary School, where ophthalmologist Dr. Renee Carter diagnosed Victor with an advanced cataract in his left eye.
Cut 6 (09) “…he had a cataract.”
The 50th annual Louisiana Crawfish Festival is happening in Chalmette through Sunday. Chairman Cisco Gonzales says there will be crawfish in as many ways as you can think of as well as 26 rides to enjoy all weekend.
Cut 13 (11) “…how much fun is that?”
Hosted by the Louisiana Crawfish Fest Foundation, the festival continues its mission to support those in need.