Volunteer attorneys are offering legal advice to flood victims who are denied by FEMA. New Orleans attorney Graham Ryan says this program does not take on cases, they just help guide people through the confusing process. But he says there are plenty of organizations around the state that will take up a flood victim’s case…:
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That hotline number is 1-800-310-7029.

Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon says he’s been told the August flood event will be the fourth most costly event for the National Flood Insurance Program…:
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Donelon says there have been 28-thousand claims filed with the N-F-I-P and expects the number to grow past 30-thousand.

The Louisiana Highway Safety Commission is reminding motorists about their responsibilities on the road when approaching an upcoming accident. The plea comes in the wake of the tragic crash that killed two people, including a district fire chief in St. John Parish. LHSC spokeswoman Jessica Bedwell:
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Bedwell says the recent crash illustrates why drivers must exercise caution when encountering parked emergency vehicles on the roadway.

Shreveport Police are searching for burglary suspects who stole a service animal. Cpl. Marcus Hines says police were called to a home after the residence had been forcefully entered and items were taken, including “Major, a Rottweiler service dog, who is trained to understand sign language…:
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Anyone with information on Major’s whereabouts is urged to contact authorities.