The rain is still falling across south Louisiana and officials say the
flooding is far from over. Frank Reviette with the National Weather Service
in Slidell, says water is coming into many homes and roadways that normally
don’t see it, and the rivers and tributaries are a grave concern…:
CUT 8 (12) “close attention to that”
Reviette says, unfortunately, this system is churning very slowly, and the
rain will continue today and possibly into tomorrow.
Rescue efforts are underway for those trapped in their homes. The Louisiana
Department of Wildlife and Fisheries says hundreds have been rescued. LDWF
spokesman Adam Einck…:
Cut 13 (10) “as we speak right now”
People are advised to stay off the roads if possible and if they do have to
wander out to heed the road hazard warnings.
Forecasters are urging residents to watch for rising streams, creeks
ditches and other low lying areas. East Feliciana Parish OEP Deputy
Director Jim Parker says he’s dealt with flooding before, but nothing like
this…:
CUT 5 (10) “people getting stranded”
According to the Drug Enforcement Administration, Marijuana will remain a
Schedule I drug under federal law, which has many people asking what will
happen in the 25 states that legalized medical marijuana. Don Molino has
more…:
CUT 2 (30) “I’m Don Molino”