Weakening Francine moves inland, bringing more rain

Category 2 Hurricane Francine made landfall in Louisiana with heavy rains and 100-mph winds, causing widespread power outages for over 150,000 customers. Governor Jeff Landry toured the hardest-hit areas and emphasized the importance of restoring power quickly. There were no reported deaths related to the storm, but parts of Louisiana faced significant damage. In New Orleans, neighborhoods lost power, streets were blocked by debris, and ordinary citizens performed heroic acts to rescue their neighbors from harm. Despite now being a post-tropical cyclone, Francine continued to bring heavy rainfall to parts of the Southeast, posing a threat of flash flooding and urban flooding. Utility company Entergy warned that power may not be fully restored in some areas until Monday. The storm’s impact was felt in Mississippi, Arkansas, Kentucky, and Georgia, with potential for up to 4 inches of additional rain. The aftermath of Hurricane Francine highlighted the resilience and kindness of individuals in the face of disaster, while also demonstrating the ongoing challenges of natural disasters on vulnerable communities in the region.

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