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  • National alert system test will ping millions of phones Wednesday

    October 2, 2023 1:07 PM

    BATON ROUGE - A nationwide test will send emergency alerts to tens of millions of phones this week. FEMA and the FCC will conduct the test of "IPAWS" -- the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System. Officials say as long as your phone is on and receiving a... more »
  • Homeowner feels stuck after buying house plagued by flooding, says he wasn't warned about its history Play Video

    November 29, 2022 3:12 PM

    DENHAM SPRINGS - One man has flooded seven times since he moved into his house about four years ago. Daniel Dunlap says the rain keeps him up at night. "It's miserable, we're just having a hard, hard time," he said. The home on Impson Street at Highway 1019... more »
  • Flood insurance could become unaffordable for thousands, lawmakers worried Play Video

    February 16, 2022 6:17 PM

    Since October, homeowners looking for flood insurance have been met with higher rates due to FEMA's Risk Rating 2.0. Updates the agency says are designed to keep prices fair. Seventy percent of policyholders could see an increase up to $120 per year. Another 10% could see increases of more... more »
  • FEMA disaster recovery centers in Louisiana to close for Christmas, New Years

    December 21, 2021 5:30 AM

    BATON ROUGE - FEMA has issued a Christmas and New Years holiday schedule for its Disaster Recovery Centers in Louisiana. The DRCs will not be in operation Dec. 24 – 26 and will briefly reopen before closing again from Dec. 31 - Jan. 2 for the holidays. That... more »
  • Need a job? FEMA is hiring locals for its Hurricane Ida Recovery Team

    December 2, 2021 10:45 AM

    BATON ROUGE - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced Thursday that it has an immediate need to employ residents of Louisiana as temporary local hires to assist with disaster response and recovery efforts. Local hire employees are local residents who aid in the recovery of the community and... more »
  • Ascension's FEMA Disaster Recovery Center to close in three weeks

    November 2, 2021 10:10 AM

    ASCENSION PARISH - According to Ascension Parish officials, FEMA will be closing its Gonzales-based Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) in three weeks. The DRC, which is located at 1112-B S. East Ascension Complex Blvd in Gonzales, in the same building as the Ascension Counseling Center, will close Tuesday, November 23... more »
  • Upcoming job fair to feature host of employment opportunities Play Video

    October 28, 2021 9:27 AM

    BATON ROUGE - In an effort to shore up the state's economy, Louisiana's leaders are setting up job fairs designed to help locals find suitable employment. Rep. C. Denise Marcelle spoke with WBRZ Thursday about one such job fair that will be held Saturday, October 30 at Baton Rouge... more »
  • Friday marks final day Hurricane Ida survivors can apply for Blue Roof program

    October 15, 2021 10:51 AM

    BATON ROUGE - FEMA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) issued a Friday morning reminder that October 15 is the last day Hurricane Ida survivors have to apply for Operation Blue Roof. USACE aims to provide homeowners in disaster areas with fiber-reinforced sheeting to cover their damaged... more »
  • FEMA reps in parishes with no damage, sheriff says citizens are concerned Play Video

    October 14, 2021 6:26 PM

    BATON ROUGE - There are dozens, probably many more, of FEMA fraud complaints under investigation. It's unlikely anyone will be able to stop the scammers stealing people's names and filing phony disaster claims. One sheriff is fed up and has a message about just how out of control it has... more »
  • Oct. 8 last day to call Crisis Cleanup Hotline

    October 8, 2021 5:07 AM

    BATON ROUGE - As residents in the capital area continue to recover from the damaging impact of Hurricane Ida, FEMA continues to provide support to survivors. October 8 is the last day to call FEMA's Crisis Cleanup Hotline. The hotline is for survivors who need help with clean... more »
  • Growing concerns over FEMA fraud, scammers pretending to be victims Play Video

    October 7, 2021 6:00 PM

    ST. GABRIEL - There's growing concern over FEMA fraud after Hurricane Ida. Wednesday, 2 On Your Side told you about a FEMA claim filed with someone's name and address, but the wrong phone number. That person never filed a claim and reported it as fraud when FEMA went to... more »
  • FEMA disaster fraud catches one woman by surprise, others could be victims Play Video

    October 6, 2021 6:26 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Fraud follows disasters and Hurricane Ida is no different. Some people are finding out that someone is using their names to sign-up for FEMA disaster assistance. One woman, who does not want to be identified, found out it happened to her when FEMA knocked on her... more »
  • FEMA representatives go door-to-door to help Ida survivors apply for assistance

    October 5, 2021 7:11 AM

    BATON ROUGE- There's still time for survivors of Hurricane Ida to file a claim with FEMA, but the window of time allowing for such applications will soon come to a close. To assist, FEMA has launched what it calls a 'canvassing' initiative. It brings face-to-face assistance right to the... more »
  • Fed gov says it's distributed over $800 million in Hurricane Ida recovery efforts

    September 30, 2021 9:38 AM

    A Wednesday news release from the federal government revealed that in the 30 days since Hurricane Ida struck Louisiana, disaster survivors have received more than $660 million in grants in addition to $211 million in low-interest loans. State and federal programs have been designed to help survivors and communities... more »
  • Disaster Recovery Center to open in Donaldsonville

    September 28, 2021 10:53 AM

    DONALDSONVILLE - The Ascension Parish Office of Emergency Preparedness and Homeland Security announced Tuesday that the parish will open a second Disaster Recovery Center (DRC), at the Lemann Memorial Center, 1100 Clay Street in Donaldsonville. It joins the DRC already open at 1112 S. East Ascension Complex Boulevard in... more »
  • Governor Edwards travels to D.C. to ask for more federal assistance for La. storm victims

    September 20, 2021 10:32 PM

    WASHINGTON D.C. - Governor John Bel Edwards traveled to D.C. Monday to speak with Louisiana’s Congressional Delegation about federal funds for storm victims in Louisiana. In a tweet, Governor Edwards said the goal for the meeting was to impress "the urgent need for federal assistance for the people of... more »
  • EBR Hurricane Ida survivors in need of aid encouraged to apply at Mobile Registration Site Play Video

    September 17, 2021 9:02 AM

    BATON ROUGE - East Baton Rouge Parish survivors of Hurricane Ida who want to apply for FEMA assistance can now do so at the FEMA Mobile Registration Intake Center that's been set up at the Main Library (7711 Goowood Boulevard Baton Rouge, LA 70806). As of Friday, FEMA has... more »
  • FEMA personnel available at Goodwood Library starting this week Play Video

    September 15, 2021 6:22 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The threat from Nicholas is moving out of town and the focus is returning to the recovery from Hurricane Ida. FEMA says it's asking people who need help to sign up. So far, FEMA says it has dispersed $342 million to survivors, that's about 300,000 households.... more »
  • EBR's FEMA Mobile Registration Intake Center opens Thursday Play Video

    September 13, 2021 6:20 AM

    UPDATE: The parish says the MRIC will now stay open through Sept. 29. ----- BATON ROUGE - Storm recovery efforts continue in Baton Rouge and surrounding areas following Hurricane Ida's impact on south Louisiana, and area leaders have created an added resource to assist locals in their efforts.... more »
  • Generator caused massive house fire early Friday

    September 11, 2021 10:23 PM

    DULAC - A massive fire destroyed an entire home in Dulac and investigators believe a generator started the blaze. WWL reported the Grand Caillou Fire Department said the fire started around 6 a.m. Friday on Murray Court. WWL said firefighters had to pump water from the nearby bayou... more »
  • LSU Athletics taking donations for victims of Hurricane Ida

    September 11, 2021 6:57 PM

    BATON ROUGE - LSU Athletics will be accepting donations for victims of Hurricane Ida on Sunday. Donations will be collected at the Rouses on Burbank from 1 to 3 p.m. The organization is asking for: cleaning supplies, non-perishable food items, first aid supplies, and paper products. Water and... more »
  • EBR officials encourage locals to utilize storm recovery resources Play Video

    September 9, 2021 5:32 AM

    BATON ROUGE - East Baton Rouge Parish (EBRP) is currently approved to assist Hurricane Ida survivors with a variety of storm-recovery related needs. EBR Mayor-President Sharon Weston Broome is encouraging residents who need help to apply for disaster assistance related to: - Individual Assistance - Expedited Rental... more »
  • Red Cross in need of volunteers to help storm victims Play Video

    September 8, 2021 10:08 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The American Red Cross of Louisiana is asking for local volunteers to aid in the recovery from Hurricane Ida. “We are in need of volunteers. We have over 850 volunteers currently on the ground, but we do need more. We need folks to help step up... more »
  • Help offered for storm victims following Hurricane Ida Play Video

    September 7, 2021 4:42 PM

    After filing with your insurance company, you can also get monetary assistance from both the state and federal government if you were affected by Hurricane Ida. You must live in one of the following parishes to be eligible: Ascension, Assumption, East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana, Iberia, Iberville, Jefferson, Lafourche,... more »
  • FEMA approves 158k applications for disaster assistance following Hurricane Ida

    September 7, 2021 10:06 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Federal assistance is on hand for south Louisiana residents who are coping with both present day-to-day challenges and large-scale rebuilding efforts triggered by Hurricane Ida. In a Tuesday news release, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, said it has so... more »
  • Here's a link to get help paying for hotel rooms, $500 check from FEMA Play Video

    September 2, 2021 10:15 PM

    BATON ROUGE - People who fled Hurricane Ida from Louisiana are now eligible for assistance with hotel stays. FEMA approved a request by Louisiana for the Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA). WATCH: Congressman Garret Graves talks federal assistance for storm victims The TSA program is for eligible people... more »
  • New Orleans TV station loses part of roof during hurricane coverage

    August 29, 2021 10:51 PM

    METAIRIE - Staff at WGNO had to evacuate from their control room in the middle of live coverage as the roof of their building was ripped off by winds from Hurricane Ida. Tweets from anchors and reporters show rain leaking into their newsroom and falling ceiling tiles. The storm... more »
  • Braithwaite levee overtopped in Plaquemines Parish Play Video

    August 29, 2021 7:42 PM

    BRAITHWAITE - In Plaquemines Parish, an emergency alert sent out early this evening by government officials told residents to evacuate and seek higher ground immediately. Anyone in the Braithwaite area between the parish line and White Ditch on the Eastbank, seek higher ground immediately. Officials say this comes... more »
  • More than 80 New York first responders heading to Baton Rouge

    August 29, 2021 4:35 PM

    BATON ROUGE - More than 80 first responders from New York are on their way to the capital area to assist local authorities once Hurricane Ida passes. New York Police Department said on social media that the group of police officers, firefighters, emergency management officers and K9 units will... more »
  • FEMA: How to appeal FEMA's decision on your application

    June 28, 2021 12:47 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Following a series of flooding incidents in south Louisiana, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued guidance related to appealing a FEMA decision in regards to disaster relief. In a Monday, June 28 statement, FEMA said: "An appeal letter allows you to ask FEMA for... more »
  • Federal gov issues guidance regarding FEMA Decision Letters

    June 21, 2021 12:16 PM

    According to a Monday news release from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), Louisiana residents who applied for federal assistance after sustaining damage from the severe storms, tornadoes and flooding from May 17 - 21 should expect to receive a letter from FEMA in the mail or via email. ... more »
  • Ascension homeowners eligible for property tax breaks after recent flooding Play Video

    June 13, 2021 10:20 PM

    ASCENSION PARISH - Many Ascension homeowners whose property flooded during May's severe rainstorms will be getting a break on their property taxes this year. The parish tax assessor's office says anyone who had water damage to their property, will be granted exemptions to paying property taxes this year. ... more »
  • Previous FEMA assistance won't affect eligibility for survivors of severe storms, tornadoes and flooding

    June 5, 2021 5:10 PM

    BATON ROUGE - According to a Friday, June 4 news release from FEMA, even if you registered for federal assistance because you suffered damage from the 2020 hurricanes or the winter storms, you must re-register for assistance if you incurred more damage from the May 17-21 severe storms, tornadoes and... more »
  • Louisiana survivors affected by May flooding can apply for possible FEMA assistance

    June 4, 2021 6:41 AM

    BATON ROUGE – According to a Thursday news release from FEMA, Louisiana homeowners and renters affected by the May severe storms, tornadoes and flooding who live in parishes that have recently been designated for Individual Assistance could be eligible for help from the federal government. Officials say the parishes... more »
  • FEMA: What to keep in mind upon returning to a flooded home

    May 21, 2021 1:01 PM

    BATON ROUGE - This week, a number of south Louisiana residents evacuated their homes when heavy rainfall caused flooding. The storms that swept through the region are expected to run their course by Friday evening, and so residents are preparing to return to flooded homes and begin the rebuilding... more »
  • Monday evening Town Hall for Livingston Parish residents impacted by 2016 flood Play Video

    May 3, 2021 12:05 PM

    LIVINGSTON PARISH - Officials in Livingston Parish are holding a Monday evening Town Hall meeting for residents who received a Letter of Substantial Damage . During the meeting, Parish representatives will explain the letter and lay out options available to homeowners. Officials say the Grants Department will also... more »
  • Officials launch federal COVID-19 Community Vaccination Center in Baton Rouge

    April 15, 2021 6:59 AM

    BATON ROUGE - East Baton Rouge Parish officials are partnering with state leaders for the Thursday, April 15 launch of a federal COVID-19 Community Vaccination Center in Baton Rouge. The new vaccination site will be introduced to the public by officials with t he Louisiana Department of Health, the... more »
  • Repeat flood properties to be bought out soon after Metro Council approves FEMA grant Play Video

    March 22, 2021 6:10 PM

    UPDATE: The East Baton Rouge Metro Council Wednesday authorized the city-parish to accept a $10.5 million FEMA grant to acquire and demolish 25 properties and elevate 19 others throughout the parish. Clay Rives, director of the Mayor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Pr eparedness, tells WBRZ he anticipates... more »
  • FEMA seeking applicants to join Disaster Recovery Team

    March 22, 2021 10:40 AM

    BATON ROUGE - FEMA announced Monday (March 22) that it is hiring Louisiana residents who live in areas affected by recent disasters to join its recovery team as temporary employees. Hiring temporary staff locally allows FEMA to diversify the workforce while affording opportunities for Louisianans. Potential applicants can view... more »
  • Biden approves federal aid request for Louisiana after winter storm

    March 9, 2021 12:30 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Those impacted by last month's winter weather may now be eligible to receive federal aid through FEMA . President Joe Biden's staff announced Tuesday that the White House approved Governor John Bel Edwards' major disaster request, weeks after the winter storm that swept through southeast Louisiana... more »
  • FEMA: La residents affected by Hurricane Zeta can apply for federal disaster assistance

    January 14, 2021 8:42 AM

    BATON ROUGE - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced Wednesday (Jan. 13) that homeowners and renters who suffered damage from Hurricane Zeta in Jefferson, Lafourche, Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard and Terrebonne parishes should register with FEMA and apply for federal disaster assistance as soon as possible. Survivors may... more »
  • FEMA: Disaster Recovery Center to expand services with Appeals Center in Calcasieu Parish

    December 4, 2020 9:30 AM

    BATON ROUGE - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a Friday morning bulletin regarding its intention to enhance certain features of public assistance provided by The Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) operating at the Lake Charles Civic Center. FEMA explained that since this DRC has two drive-thru lanes, FEMA... more »
  • All FEMA disaster relief centers are closed on Friday due to inclement weather

    November 27, 2020 2:36 PM

    BATON ROUGE – All local Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Disaster Recovery Centers are closed Friday (Nov. 27) due to inclement weather, according to a news release from the organization. Officials expect the centers to reopen Saturday, Nov. 28, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., unless inclement weather persists.... more »
  • Friday marks deadline for Hurricane Laura survivors to register for FEMA aid

    November 27, 2020 10:55 AM

    BATON ROUGE- Friday, Nov. 27, marks the final day for Hurricane Laura survivors to register for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) assistance. Survivors can register for FEMA assistance by visiting disasterassistance.gov , or by calling the FEMA Helpline at 800-621-3362 (TTY 800-462-7585). They can also register by visiting... more »
  • FEMA deadline to register for Hurricane Laura looms

    November 25, 2020 10:05 AM

    BATON ROUGE - According to officials with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) renters and homeowners in parishes designated for FEMA assistance after Hurricane Laura have until Friday, Nov. 27 to register for help. Federal assistance includes help for temporary housing, rental assistance and repair or replacement of damaged... more »
  • FEMA: How to help children cope during and after a disaster

    November 25, 2020 7:20 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Life, for most communities across the nation, has shifted to a tremendous degree during 2020. As novel coronavirus impacts the financial, health, and social aspects of daily life, numerous US citizens have also had to steer their way through a series of wildfires, devastating hurricanes/tropical storms,... more »
  • FEMA deadline to register for Hurricane Laura one week away

    November 20, 2020 8:45 AM

    BATON ROUGE — Officials say renters and homeowners in parishes designated for FEMA assistance after Hurricane Laura have until Nov. 27 to register for help. Federal assistance includes help for temporary housing, rental assistance and repair or replacement of damaged property. Additionally, grants may be available to help... more »
  • FEMA deadline to register for Hurricane Laura assistance extended

    October 27, 2020 12:01 PM

    BATON ROUGE - Louisiana residents impacted by Hurricane Laura who want to register for disaster assistance from FEMA have been granted more time to do so. The deadline to register has been extended until November 27 in all parishes designated for Individual Assistance following Hurricane Laura. Homeowners and... more »
  • FEMA deadline to register for Hurricane Laura help looms

    October 13, 2020 6:16 AM

    BATON ROUGE — Renters and homeowners in parishes designated for FEMA assistance after Hurricane Laura have until Oct. 27 to register for aid. Federal assistance includes help for temporary housing, rental assistance, and reconstruction or replacement of damaged property. Additionally, grants may be available to help with other... more »
  • Army Corps of Engineers reactivates Blue Roof Program for homes damaged by Laura,Delta

    October 12, 2020 12:02 PM

    NEW ORLEANS - As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) continues to install blue roofs on homes damaged by Hurricane Laura, it's acknowledging the possibility of Hurricane Delta's recent winds and rains damaging temporary blue roofs that were previously installed by the USACE following Hurricane Laura. People who... more »
  • Multiple FEMA drive-thru disaster recovery centers to reopen Monday

    October 12, 2020 5:40 AM

    BATON ROUGE – FEMA announced Sunday that its drive-thru Disaster Recovery Centers in the cities of Alexandria, Dry Prong, Leesville, Many, Jena, Rayne will reopen Monday, Oct. 12 at 8 a.m. The drive-thru Disaster Recovery Centers in Lake Charles and Sulphur will, likewise, reopen Monday, Oct. 12 at 1... more »
  • FEMA: More than 8,000 La flood insurance policies expired, but able to be renewed

    October 9, 2020 7:41 AM

    BATON ROUGE - FEMA announced Thursday that over 8,000 Louisianans with recently expired National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) policies may still be able to renew in full and then file a claim for losses due to Hurricane Delta or the next flood. Officials with FEMA say residents should call... more »
  • Multiple FEMA disaster recovery centers close due to Hurricane Delta

    October 8, 2020 5:47 AM

    BATON ROUGE – According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), a drive-thru Disaster Recovery Center has closed in Shreveport at Independence Stadium in Caddo parish, and a second Center in Monroe at the Civic Center will close at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 7. In addition to these closures,... more »
  • FEMA warns Hurricane Laura survivors to remain on alert for disaster fraud, scams

    October 6, 2020 6:20 AM

    BATON ROUGE — The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued a warning to the public Monday, advising Louisiana's residents to be on guard against scammers seeking to take advantage of hurricane survivors. FEMA said that after a disaster it's not uncommon for the unscrupulous to pose as official disaster... more »
  • Deadline to register for FEMA help less than 30 days away Play Video

    September 28, 2020 5:56 AM

    BATON ROUGE — FEMA announced Saturday that renters and homeowners in parishes designated for the federal organization's assistance in response to damage from Hurricane Laura have until Oct. 27 to register for help. Federal assistance includes help for temporary housing, rental assistance and repair or replacement of damaged property.... more »
  • FEMA: Caddo, Vernon Parish relief centers remain temporarily closed due to weather

    September 22, 2020 7:44 AM

    BATON ROUGE – The drive-thru Disaster Recovery Centers in the cities of Leesville and Shreveport are closed temporarily due to predicted inclement weather, FEMA says. The Leesville center will reopen Friday, Sept. 25, weather permitting. The Shreveport location will open when it is safe to do so. Other... more »
  • FEMA closes operations in multiple parishes due to inclement weather on Monday

    September 21, 2020 5:48 AM

    BATON ROUGE - FEMA announced Sunday that all of its operations in Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron and Jefferson Davis parishes will shut down on Monday, September 21 due to predicted inclement weather. This includes all Drive-thru Disaster Recovery Centers and Mobile Registration Intake Centers. The centers will reopen... more »
  • Louisiana storm recovery hits $100 million mark for housing, other needs assistance

    September 17, 2020 7:47 AM

    BATON ROUGE – FEMA issued a press release Wednesday stating that t less than three weeks after Hurricane Laura roared into the state, more than $100 million has gone to Louisiana residents to help in their recovery. Through FEMA’s Individuals and Households Program, 43,526 applications have been approved as... more »
  • FEMA: Caddo, La Salle and St. Landry Parishes now designated for individual assistance

    September 14, 2020 8:08 AM

    BATON ROUGE – FEMA issued a Monday morning press release, stating that homeowners and renters in Caddo, La Salle and St. Landry Parishes are now eligible to apply for federal disaster assistance for uninsured and underinsured damage as well as losses resulting from Hurricane Laura. To be eligible for... more »
  • FEMA: Hurricane victims must keep in touch and update information to avoid delays

    September 7, 2020 10:18 AM

    BATON ROUGE - FEMA issued an announcement Monday morning, explaining that Louisiana homeowners and renters who registered for FEMA disaster assistance after Hurricane Laura should stay in touch with FEMA to ensure the disaster assistance process stays on track. Survivors should update contact information as soon as possible because... more »
  • Governor Edwards offers post-hurricane relief update Wednesday morning

    September 2, 2020 11:15 AM

    BATON ROUGE - Governor John Bel Edwards is scheduled to tour Lake Charles for another look at the devastation left by Hurricane Laura as well as the current relief efforts that are underway. But before the Governor makes his way to Lake Charles, he is addressing the public with... more »
  • FEMA: Three additional parishes designated for individual assistance

    September 2, 2020 10:25 AM

    BATON ROUGE – FEMA issued a press release Wednesday, stating that homeowners and renters in Acadia, Ouachita and Vermilion parishes may now apply for federal disaster assistance for uninsured and underinsured damage and losses resulting from Hurricane Laura. To be eligible for federal disaster aid, storm damage and losses... more »
  • President Trump approves request for federal assistance amid Cristobal

    June 7, 2020 1:30 PM

    LOUISIANA - Gov. John Bel Edwards announced on Sunday that President Donald Trump has approved his request for federal assistance related to Tropical Storm Cristobal. This approval followed after President Trump's decision to grant Louisiana an emergency declaration. Gov. Edwards submitted the pre-landfall emergency declaration to the President... more »
  • House floods for fifth time, elevation project approved Play Video

    May 15, 2020 6:32 PM

    GONZALES - A homeowner in Ascension Parish was busy cleaning his house Friday after it took on water yet again. Lawrence Perkins says it's the fifth time he's flooded. "Yes, I'm tired of it. Yes indeed," he said. "I put my foot down and I stepped in water." ... more »
  • Slow grant process continues for flood victims

    January 31, 2020 6:14 PM

    GONZALES - A frustrated homeowner in Ascension Parish says he's tired of waiting for answers when it comes to whether his house is going to be elevated. Lawrence Perkins says his Gonzales property has repeatedly flooded since 2014. "Every time it rains, the water comes in," Perkins said.... more »
  • Denham Springs applies for $1.6 million to elevate or demolish homes Play Video

    November 25, 2019 11:22 PM

    DENHAM SPRINGS - More federal help could be coming for homeowners in Denham Springs through the latest flood grant request to FEMA. $1.6 million is how much the city is asking from FEMA to either raise or demolish about a dozen homes. "The need is still there, and... more »
  • Funding to make improvements to Dawson Creek drainage found Play Video

    September 20, 2019 6:22 PM

    BATON ROUGE - The City-Parish says it recently heard back from FEMA regarding a Hazard Mitigation Grant that would pay for improvements to Dawson Creek. The $4.5 million grant would go toward swapping out culverts under Broussard Street and Hundred Oaks Avenue for bridges and improve the concrete-lined section... more »
  • Assessment teams surveying early-June storm damage for potential assistance Play Video

    June 27, 2019 10:34 PM

    BATON ROUGE - More than 600 citizens reported water and wind damage from heavy storms earlier this month . Assessment teams with GOHSEP and MOHSEP began visiting those sites Thursday to document the damage and report it to FEMA for potential assistance. "We're looking at what houses were substantially... more »
  • Deadline for damage survey approaches Play Video

    June 14, 2019 12:04 AM

    BATON ROUGE - FEMA assessment teams are due in the region next week to survey recent storm damage. EBR city-parish officials are urging residents and business owners to complete an online survey by Monday if they experienced damage in last week's weather event. Unprecedented rates of rainfall and high... more »

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