The White House announces President Obama will visit Louisiana on Tuesday to assess the damage from the Great Flood of 2016. The President came under fire for not cutting his New England vacation short to see the devastation first hand.

Water and food distribution centers have been set up in Livingston Parish for victims of the historic flooding. Emelie Gunn has more…

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The Baton Rouge Area Chamber’s preliminary analysis of flood damage in Louisiana estimates the total value of all the homes lost in the flood in the Baton Rouge area could be up to $21 billion. President and CEO Adam Knapp says he hopes these shocking findings will be enough to persuade federal officials to give Louisiana more financial support. He says it could even motivate more citizens to do what they can to help.

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The report estimates 31% of homes in the Baton Rouge area are in flooded locations.

As the state transitions into recovery from the 1,000-year flood, resources and volunteers are more important than ever. Red Cross CEO Gail McGovern says this is the worst natural disaster they have seen in years.

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South Louisiana parishes that were underwater just a week ago are starting to transition into recovery, but there’s still a long road ahead. Don Molino has more on recovery efforts…

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Governor Edwards says FEMA will pay for hotel rooms for 30-days for flood victims who are staying in cars, hotels, shelters, or their workplace, but not those staying with friends and family. FEMA will reportedly contact people based on information they provided when they applied for federal aid.

The total value of all the homes lost in the flood in the Baton Rouge area could be up to $21 billion. That’s according to the Baton Rouge Area Chamber’s preliminary analysis of flood damage in Louisiana, which estimates 31% of homes in the 9 parish Baton Rouge area are in flooded areas. President and CEO Adam Knapp says the preliminary data demonstrates just how devastating this flood is.

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Knapp says he hopes these shocking findings will be enough to persuade federal officials to give Louisiana more financial support.

The National Guard is distributing water, MREs and other necessary supplies for the flood victims. Sgt. First Class Travis Jenkins says this effort it to make sure people affected can get through to the next phase of their recovery. He says all the Guardsmen are happy to help those in need.

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Flood victims are at Bass Pro Shop today in Denham Springs to receive water and food, and meet with FEMA representatives to apply for disaster assistance. Terry is a Denham Springs resident whose home was flooded during the storm. He says he lost two trailers and a truck but is lucky he can stay with his daughter….

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Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is touring flooded areas in Louisiana today. Trump took pictures with relief workers and offered his support to flood victims who lost their homes and personal belongings. Most of the people who came in contact with Trump were glad he came…

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Frustrations are growing in Walker in Livingston Parish over the lack of federal resources to help those affected by the historic flooding. Mayor Rick Ramsey says they’ve been told by FEMA that no temporary housing will be brought in for residents. He says FEMA will try to expedite some reimbursement but that isn’t enough…

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Ramsey says his most recent update states there is no intention of bringing in FEMA trailers or providing temporary housing.

As the state transitions into recovery, more volunteers and resources will be needed. Red Cross CEO Gail McGovern says if anyone wants to volunteer or donate to the Red Cross, they can go to RedCross.org. She says their work is far from over.

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There are no plans for President Barack Obama to cut his New England vacation short to see the devastation in Louisiana first hand. It’s caused many Louisiana residents to wonder if Mr. Obama is concerned about the flooding disaster. US Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson says the President can’t be everywhere, but he is up to date on the situation.

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Governor John Bel Edwards says he is not complaining in any way about our federal partnership.

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is in Baton Rouge today. Trump was near Greenwell Springs this morning touring flooded neighborhoods. He slammed the President for not coming to Louisiana.

Governor Edwards’ spokesperson says Trump is welcome to visit Louisiana, but not for a photo-op. He says the billionaire presidential candidate should consider volunteering or making a sizeable donation instead.

As the state transitions into recovery from the 1,000-year flood, resources and volunteers are more important than ever. Red Cross CEO Gail McGovern says this is the worst natural disaster they have seen in years.

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McGovern says at one point 10-thousand people in the state were in shelters.

Flood relief efforts are ongoing in south Louisiana. Governor John Bel Edwards says they plan to announce a housing plan today for those who are not able to return to their flooded home. He says they’ve been trying to determine how many people need housing and where they are now….

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Flood relief efforts continue throughout south Louisiana. Governor John Bel Edwards says we are transitioning into recovery very quickly. At least 13 people have died as a result of the historic flooding. Over 40-thousand homes have been affected and 30-thousand people were rescued. The governor says crews are going door to door searching homes and vehicles in badly flooded areas to see if anyone else needs help…:
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Edwards says they plan to announce a housing plan today for those who are not able to return to their flooded home.

Edwards says even though people aren’t happy that President Obama is on vacation through all this, he’s not at all concerned about about our federal partnership…:
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He says we don’t need presidential traffic around the city anyway.

The U.S. Small Business Administration is in Louisiana to assist businesses affected by the flooding. Emelie Gunn has more…:
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State leaders are at the Baton Rouge airport at this hour waiting for GOP Presidential candidate Donald Trump who plans to tour the flood damage in South Louisiana. His running mate, Indiana Gov. Mike Pence, has already arrive and was seen chatting on the tarmac with Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser and Attorney General Jeff Landry.

The White House says President Obama has no plans to cut his New England vacation short to come see the flood damage in Louisiana first hand, which has infuriated some Louisiana residents. Halen Doughty has more..:
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The floods that hit south Louisiana are the largest natural disaster the American Red Cross has responded to since Superstorm Sandy, the president of the relief organization said Thursday. Across the region, 4,070 victims spent Wednesday night in shelters, Gov. John Bel Edwards said.

Power has been an issue with residents who lost everything and are trying to rebuild. Entergy spokeswoman Kacee Kirschvink (Kursh-vink), says victims may have to make repairs to their electrical system before power can be restored…:
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About 5,000 Entergy customers are without power. Nearly 17 DEMCO customers are in the dark. Kirschvink says crews are working to re-energize lines.

Louisiana Economic Development is urging businesses impacted by the historic flooding to apply for any financial assistance. LED Secretary Don Pierson…:
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Pierson says the LED website will also have the most up to date information from DOTD, the Red Cross and other organizations.

Governor John Bel Edwards says Louisiana is on its way from response to recovery from the deadly floods in south Louisiana. Jeff Palermo has the story…:
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Residents are also expressing outrage over images of President Barack Obama playing golf on vacation this week while so many are suffering. The Great Flood of 2016 has claimed at least 13 lives. US Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson
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Louisiana Economic Development is urging businesses impacted by the historic flooding to apply for any financial assistance. LED Secretary Don Pierson says small businesses in particular need help…:

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Residents in flood stricken areas in South Louisiana are pleading for help with their homes on Facebook. Most say their needs with regards to shelter and food are met, but manpower remains the biggest issue. Those offering help free of charge are overwhelmed with requests and some local contractors say they may not to get to some on their work orders for months.

LSU football players and Coach Les Miles visited the Celtic Media Center in Baton Rouge Thursday, where many flood victims who lost everything are taking shelter.

Flood relief efforts continue throughout south Louisiana. Governor John Bel Edwards says we are transitioning into recovery very quickly. He says disaster food stamps will be available in 7 of the affected parishes starting Monday…:
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At least 13 people have died as a result of the historic flooding.

There are no plans for President Barack Obama to cut his New England vacation short to see the devastation in Louisiana first hand. It’s caused many Louisiana residents to wonder if Mr. Obama is concerned about the flooding disaster. US Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson says the President can’t be everywhere, but he is up to date on the situation..:
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Johnson says more than 900 FEMA personnel are on the ground and hundreds more are expected.

Unfortunately, it could be a while before the hardest hit flood victims have power in their homes again. As of Thursday night, more than seven-thousand customers are without power and utility crews are working to re-energize lines. Entergy spokesperson, Kacee Kirschvink (Kursh-vink), says when water is involved, it’s a tedious process to reconnect power safely because water and electricity don’t mix…:
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Kirschvink says victims may have to make repairs to their electrical system before power can be restored.

According to a report from the Alabama athletics website, Crimson Tide coach Nick Saban is asking the Tuscaloosa community and fan base to offer help to for those impacted by flooding. In a tweet, Alabama says it’s their time to give back, and to please donate and help those trying to recover.