The EPA says they continue to make progress in the cleanup of the Tangipahoa River more than a month after the explosion at Smitty’s Supply in Roseland. EPA Region Six Administrator Scott Mason says having recovered around 75% of the oily materials, they’re also working to prevent additional oily materials from reaching the river or the ponds.
Cut 5 (09) “…petroleum-based liquids.”
The Louisiana Department of Energy and Natural Resources is being reorganize and is now the Department of Conservation and Energy and spokesman Patrick Courreges (koo-RAHJ) says it will be organized into six divisions, better tailored to specific roles and operations. He says previously permitting responsibilities were split between two different offices, now they’ve been integrated into a centralized structure.
Cut 9 (08) “…of these problems.”
The College Football National Championship game is returning to New Orleans as it will be held in the Caesars Superdome on January 24th, 2028. Rich Clark, the executive director of the College Football Playoff, says they are thrilled to bring the national championship game to New Orleans in 2028, and they know the fans will enjoy the experience.
It’s fall migration time for about 500 million migratory birds that pass through Louisiana. and to help them safely navigate their way through the state Louisiana Wildlife Federation member Charles Williams says they are asking businesses and residents to turn off non-essential outdoor lighting at night…