Could the Comite River Diversion Project in East Baton Rouge Parish prevented the flooding if it had been completed? The Army Corps of Engineers says no. Deputy District Commander Mark Wingate says some water levels may have been reduced but not in Denham Springs and further south:
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Wingate says what they need is a system wide approach to prevent flooding in the region.

At a time when they are needed most, several state agencies are severely understaffed. West Monroe Senator Mike Walsworth says, for example, DCFS is having trouble opening DSNAP locations because many of their employees are working in shelters…:
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He says they may need to look into training state retirees in case of emergencies.

The dean of Louisiana’s Congressional delegation does not believe that previous votes against a Hurricane Sandy relief package will prevent an aid package for Louisiana flood victims. Jeff Palermo has the story…:
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The FEMA manufactured housing units arrived in Baton Rouge Thursday afternoon. These temporary homes are for people who are eligible for FEMA help and unable to utilize rental assistance due to a lack of places to rent in the area. The government is also providing assistance to homeowners through the Shelter at Home program, where people may be able to get FEMA money to make immediate repairs to their home so it is livable.