News from the South - Louisiana News Feed
Thursday 10PM Tropical Update: Depression Debby continues to bring rain along East Coast
SUMMARY: Chief meteorologist Chris Franklin says Depression Debby is more of a rain maker as it continues along Eastern Seaboard. A zone of potential development is unorganized as it nears the Islands.
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'No part not affected by storm' | Police Chief on widespread flooding in Kenner
SUMMARY: In Kenner, Louisiana, widespread flooding has resulted from heavy rains associated with Hurricane Francine, with some areas experiencing waist-deep water. Chief Keith Connelly reported extensive water intrusion into homes, affecting numerous families, some still recovering from Hurricane Ida. First responders are urging residents to stay off roadways to ensure their own safety and that of emergency personnel. High-water rescues are ongoing, prioritizing medical emergencies. The local police department is actively patrolling and assessing damages, while officials stress the importance of patience as the community begins recovery efforts. Emergency services face challenges from overwhelmed drainage systems.
Police Chief Keith Conley talks with WWL Louisiana about widespread flooding in Kenner following Hurricane Francine sweeping across area on Wednesday night.
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KSAT 12 Nightbeat : Sep 11, 2024
SUMMARY: In San Antonio, residents are concerned about frequent crashes on Castroville Road, citing a lack of traffic signals and stop signs. The city is finalizing a safety study to address these issues, with hopes for a new traffic light by year-end. In another incident, a man was killed while attempting to stop illegal dumping, highlighting community safety challenges. Additionally, VFW Post 76, Texas‘s oldest VFW post, is undergoing renovations to improve its structure and is hosting fundraising events for needed repairs. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Francine has made landfall in Louisiana, prompting emergency responses, while local sports teams gear up for their seasons.
The KSAT 12 News Team provides a look at local, regional, statewide and national news events and the latest information on local traffic and weather issues.
News from the South - Louisiana News Feed
Man saves the life of driver in submerged truck on live television during Hurricane Francine
SUMMARY: In a dramatic rescue, a good Samaritan, identified as nurse Miles Crawford, saved a man trapped in a submerged pickup truck at a canal underpass during severe flooding. Despite the area being blocked off, the driver entered, leading to the vehicle being overwhelmed by rising water, reportedly reaching six to eight feet. As the situation unfolded live on television, Crawford broke the vehicle’s window to free the occupant. Emergency responders, including police and firefighters, arrived on scene as water levels continued to rise, highlighting the critical need to heed safety warnings in such hazardous conditions.
Good Samaritan rescues man from drowning in floodwaters
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