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.

Governor Edwards hopes to provide information tomorrow on how they plan to provide temporary housing for the thousands that can’t live in their flooded home. Deputy Secretary for the Department of Children and Family Services Terri Ricks says there’s about four-thousand flood victims in shelters and many more living with family and friends…
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Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardenne told the joint budget committee they are considering cruise ships as a possible housing solution.

Officials continue to ask residents impacted by the flood to register their damage with FEMA. FEMA spokesperson Maria Padron says money could come fast, if paperwork is filed quickly…
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The number to call is 1-800-621-FEMA.

The Salvation Army is collecting donations to help the thousands of storm victims who lost everything in the flood. Don Molino has more…
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The LSU football team did not practice today, which gave them an opportunity to visit flood victims at a Baton Rouge shelter. Coach Les Miles brought about 50 players to the Celtic Movie Studios, where hundred of people without a home are staying. Many players, including running back Leonard Fournette, signed autographs and took pictures with the evacuees.

There are no plans for President Barack Obama to cut his New England vacation short to see the flooding devastation 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 has no problems with the federal government’s response.

Thousands of Louisiana families lost everything in the Great Flood of 2016. The Salvation Army is busying trying to provide much needed supplies and clothing…
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Plans are underway to determine temporary housing for flood victims still in shelters. Emelie Gunn has more…
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Over 85-thousand flood victims have registered for federal aid. FEMA spokesperson Maria Padron says FEMA plans to open disaster recovery centers where flood victims can ask questions. She says the amount of money a victim receives varies….
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She says the average payment is about 2-thousand dollars.

The Department of Children and Family Services reports there are about 4-thousand flood victims still living in shelters. Deputy Secretary Terri Ricks says they’re working to address housing for people who have nowhere to go. She says a meeting is being held today with the Governor and FEMA to determine how to move forward with housing for the near and distant future.
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More than 85-thousand people have registered with FEMA for disaster assistance. FEMA Spokesperson Maria Padron says the average payment a flood victim will have is about 2-thousand dollars and the money could come quickly if you file your paperwork promptly.
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She says to call 1 (800) 621-FEMA to register for disaster assistance.

 
Former Saints Safety Darren Sharper has been sentenced to 18 years in a federal prison for raping and drugging nine women. Sharper says, while in the courtroom that he made some ‘heinous decisions’. Legal Analyst Tim Meche says Sharper’s money was probably more help to him in this case than his Saints fame.
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Meche says Sharper got the deal of the century.

The Salvation Army is taking donations for the thousands of people who lost everything during the floods. Baton Rouge Salvation Army Commander Capt. Brett Meredith says every donation helps flood victims that have nothing.
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The Salvation Army will distribute truckloads of goods and supplies at Cortana Mall in Baton Rouge today and tomorrow.

Four thousand flood victims are still in shelters, according to the Department of Children and Family Services. Deputy Secretary Terri Ricks says there has been some consolidation and expects Celtic Studios and the River Center will soon come together. She says no firm decisions have been made on temporary housing, but…

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More than 85-thousand flood victims have registered for federal aid. FEMA spokesperson Maria Padron says in the next few days FEMA will open disaster recovery centers where flood victims can come ask questions. She says the amount of money a victim receives is determined on a case by case basis.

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She says the average payment is about 2-thousand dollars.

The Salvation Army is taking donations for victims of the flood in south Louisiana. Commander of the Salvation Army of Greater Baton Rouge, Capt. Brett Meredith says 100% of all donations go directly to the victims. He says they are continuing to distribute items, even though their facilities in Baton Rouge flooded.

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Monetary donations can be made by texting STORM to 51555.

Former Saints player Darren Sharper was sentenced today to 18 months behind bars for raping 9 women in four different states. Legal analyst Chick Foret says Sharper originally worked out a plea deal for 9 years, but US District Judge Jane Triche Milazzo rejected it because it was too lenient.

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Sharper’s sentence is 15 months shy of the maximum sentence.

Over 85-thousand people have registered for federal disaster assistance with FEMA after the devastating floods ravaged thousands of homes in south Louisiana. FEMA Spokesperson Maria Padron says once a flood victim registers, an inspector will visit the home to verify the losses…
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Padron says FEMA will open disaster recovery centers so flood victims can talk to a rep in person.

Thousands of south Louisiana residents lost everything in the flood, and the Salvation Army is taking donations. Capt. Brett Meredith is the Commander of the Salvation Army of Greater Baton Rouge. He says every donation helps.
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Plans are underway to determine temporary housing for flood victims still in shelters. Emelie Gunn has more…
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Former-Saints player Darren Sharper was sentenced to 18 years in a federal prison today for drugging and raping 9 women in four states. Legal analyst Tim Meche says Sharper’s sentence is not that long, considering the charges against him….
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The maximum sentence he was facing was around 20 years.