Celtic Media Studios in Baton Rouge was a shelter for flood victims and now one of its properties has become a multi-agency disaster warehouse. Mike Steele with the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness says anyone making large donations should call ahead of time to make sure that someone is there to help unload.
CUT 3 (07) “with them”

Call (225) 800-2227 to arrange a drop off off between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m.

The Great Flood of 2016 greatly affected the agriculture business in Louisiana. Commissioner of Agriculture Dr. Mike Strain says he expects total losses to be anywhere from 150 to 200 million dollars if the rain stops now. He says some lucky farmers have crop insurance but not all crops or parishes allow insurance.
Cut 10 (08) “coverage”

Charges are pending in the crash that claimed the life of an off duty New Orleans Police officer, according to State Police. 45-year-old Tony Mitchell experienced mechanical problems on an elevated portion of the West Bank Expressway and pulled onto the left shoulder. Mitchell flagged down oncoming traffic so 35-year-old Jennifer Williams, of Waggaman stopped in the left lane. When preparing to move Williams’ vehicle was hit by 23-year-old Corutney Slugher of New Orleans, which then threw Mitchell over the guard rail falling 40 feet to the ground.

If you had uninsured property that was destroyed by the March or August flooding, you are entitled to a state sales tax return on those items. State Treasurer John Kennedy says claims should be filed with the state department of revenue. He says people need all the help they can get right now.
Cut 14 (05) “…helps.”