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Louisiana Snow Scene: Mandeville Drone Shots
MANDEVILLE, La. (WGNO) — The Bayou State was transformed on Tuesday, Jan. 21, when 10.5 inches of snow fell on Louisiana, transforming the region into a winter wonderland.
The video attached at the top of this story features gorgeous sky footage of Mandeville, taken during the historic snowfall, and appearing like something out of a classic Christmas film.
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The day won’t soon be forgotten, with snowball fights, sledding, snowmen and sheer beauty on display for people everywhere to enjoy.
The last time such a major snowstorm hit our state was 130 years ago in 1895, with the 10.5 inches falling on Tuesday even exceeding the previous historic storm’s turnout. The storm proved a stark contrast to Louisiana’s annual average of under half an inch of snow.
With cities and streets in total gridlock for several days following the winter event, residents were given the opportunity for a break from day to day life as they enjoyed and beheld the once-in-a-generation weather.
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POINTE COUPEE PARISH, La. (WAFB) – Representatives from the Louisiana Department of Insurance will host a pop-up event in Pointe Coupee Parish to provide storm-related assistance.
The event will take place between noon and 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 23, at the Pointe Coupee Parish Government offices on Main Street in New Roads.
Residents in Pointe Coupee Parish and surrounding areas will be able to get answers to questions about storm damage claims. Representatives from the Louisiana Department of Insurance will also help people with issues related to insurance and flooded homes or vehicles.
Anyone who can’t attend the pop-up event can reach out to their insurance agent or the Louisiana Department of Insurance by calling 800-259-5300.
Most Louisiana residents have flood insurance through the FEMA National Flood Insurance Program. However, many people may also have private flood insurance, state officials said. They added that flood insurance typically covers damage caused when water enters someone’s home from the ground up because of heavy rain, storm surge or flooding from a waterway.
The Louisiana Department of Insurance has put together a comprehensive document containing answers to questions that storm victims may have. Click here for more information.
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NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) – A driver died from a gunshot wound after a Louisiana State Police car chase in New Orleans Saturday evening (June 20), but troopers say they did not fire the gun.
Troop NOLA confirmed the car chase ended near Franklin Avenue and North Miro Street Saturday. Troopers said they found the driver shot and brought them to the hospital, where that person died.
The driver’s identity has not been released.
A Troop NOLA spokesperson said he could not confirm if anyone else was in the car, if anyone has been arrested, or if troopers found a gun.
A spokesperson said more details will be released as a state police force investigation continues.
Troop NOLA is a special investigation unit tasked with proactive policing, traffic enforcement and crime reduction.
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