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Tuesday, May 21, 2013 - 3:21pm

Tips for insurance policyholders for Hurricane Isaac claims

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By La. Insurance Commissioner
As Louisiana homeowners begin to assess the damage caused by Hurricane Isaac, Insurance Commissioner Jim Donelon is offering advice and resources for property owners to assist them in filing a claim and working with insurance adjusters and agen

Slidell resident killed while driving through floodwater

By La. State Police
On Thursday, Aug. 30 at 7:40 p.m., Troopers from Louisiana State Police Troop L began investigating a single vehicle fatal crash on the I-10 eastbound onramp from Oak Harbor Blvd. in St. Tammany Parish.
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Jindal: Waters will remain high for several days; heat a factor

By Samantha Morgan (WVLA-TV, Baton Rouge, La.)
Governor Jindal has held daily press conferences since Monday, Aug. 27 to update citizens on the state’s efforts for issues related to Hurricane Isaac.

Overturned 18-wheeler shuts down I-10 West in Baton Rouge at I-110 split

By Samantha Morgan (WVLA-TV, Baton Rouge, La.)
Shortly after 10:00 a.m. an 18-wheeler carrying bottled water overturned at the I-10/I-110 split. The weight of the cargo shifted as the truck entered the curve, causing the crash.
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Reporters embedded with National Guard during Hurricane Isaac water rescue

By David Lippman (WVLA-TV, Baton Rouge, La.)
For all the warnings we hear from government officials, some people will always be stranded in rising floodwaters during a hurricane.
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Jindal: Evacuate now if you're near Tangipahoa River

By Samantha Morgan (WVLA-TV, Baton Rouge, La.)
Governor Jindal held a press conference this afternoon to update residents in Tangipahoa Parish on the flooding threat. He warns all to take the evacuation warning seriously.
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Mandatory evacuation of Tangipahoa River area to force 50K out

By La. GOHSEP
UPDATE: We're now told that the dam is "damaged," which is less severe than they originally thought. However, a manditory evacuation still stands for all areas within a mile of the Tangipahoa River.

Isaac may cause you to boil water

By La. Dept. of Health & Hospitals
The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals is urging residents to boil water in case of problems with local water systems due to Hurricane Isaac.

Le Tour de Bayou comes to Alexandria

By Kent Plantation House
Mark your calendars, air up your tires, wash your tennis and get ready to ride, roll, walk or stroll along the bayou. The first annual Le Tour de Bayou, hosted by Kent Plantation House will be held Saturday, September 15, 2012.