You got questions?….
Just to bring you up to date on some questions being asked over and over at various places….
The damage Uptown is mainly wind damage. High water has not been a problem like in the Bywater and Lakeview areas. Uptown includes the Loyola and Tulane areas.
Lakeview and Bywater, Chalmette, some of East New Orleans, Slidell, parts of Kenner and Metairie all have definite high water problems and will for some time. But parts of the Westbank are okay. Things were okay, by comparison, in the CBD and the Quarter, but they still need to get a handle on the broken levee situation or water will continue to rise.
High water and heavy damage at the Fairgrounds and Lakefront airport, around UNO.
Local officials say evacuees shouldn’t think about returning until Monday at the earliest.
There is no power and no phone service and won’t be. For a loooooooooong time.
The I-10 bridge between Slidell and Orleans Parish is toast. For a loooooooooong time.
The Causeway is open, but only to emergency traffic.
Martial law has been declared. This is to minimize looting and keep gawkers from getting in the way.
There is, of course, a lot more. But these seem to be the major questions.
I think it would be a good idea for someone (TV or some government agency) to begin posting an aerial view of the NO metro area with the flooded areas shaded. More than anything else, I think this would settle the minds of many of the evacuees, who aren’t able to tell from simple video. Just Knowing one way or the other would be a huge help and soothe the agitation.
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why so FEW rescue helicopters??? why so long to begin levy repair?? is there any way out of n.o. for the average civvie without his own plane?
Just for the record, there is phone service in some areas, if people are lucky enough to have phones that don’t require power to work.
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T-P has issued a call for boats. Please get that word out so that persons in E. Texas, W. La., Arkansas who may have flatbottomed boats can respond. This is the best thing they can do…everyone else without a boat should stay away.
http://www.nola.com/newslogs/breakingtp/
Dear Warehouse Dist. and Garden Dist Residents,
Is there anyone remaining in either the Warehouse Dist or Garden Dist that is in a position to drive or walk by a property. We are very interested in receiving a damage assessment on our homes.
We are interested in receiving information on a home in the 800 block of Constantinople Street and the 2000 block of Laural.
Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
Many thanks,
Martin Keeney
From what I’ve been able to read and hear at press conferences, the levee fix was delayed because finding the actual levee break and determining the severity took time. Then they’ve got to organize helicopters dropping 3000 lb. sandbags.
Thanks for that phone update, I’ll make sure I pass that along to people who are talking to people there on the ground. A lot of people should have older phones. I kept mine specifically for power outages.
Everyone must leave by boat, helicopter, truck, or foot.
Anyone who can leave under their own power is basically being told to take the Crescent City Connection to the west bank, then turn towards the Huey Long Bridge, then take River Road to I-310. Probably a 20 mile walk but anyone who can do it should, NOW.
Any word on the animals at your great Zoo. I know that human life is more important - but couldn’t help wondering about the Zoo.
ANY NEWS ON DESTRAHAN
I KNOW THERE WERE PEOPLE TRAPPED IN AN ATTIC AT 700 W JUDGE PEREZ DR-HOW CAN I FIND OUT IF RESCUED?? THEY COULD NOT CALL 911 FROM CELL CALLED MY EX IN MISSISSIPPI WHO CALLED ME IN FL–WE REPORTED TO EMERGENCY OPS–HOPE THEY OK DONT KNOW WHO THEY ARE–AO ANY NAMES
What is the condition of River Ridge area? Also what are the conditions in Hammond? Elderly parents evacuated to that area and I am unable to reach. Any info would be appreciated.
My sister-in-law was trapped in a gas station about 4 miles west/north of the Airport as of Sunday at approx. 9:00 p.m. local time. Does anyone have any information about her? Susan is 38 years old; Korean-american; 5′ 7″; dark hair.
We have contacted all news outlets, government agencies, relief groups but no lists exist for people who were picked up or rescued during the hurricane - no list exists for shelter occupants or even the Superdome. We are all in New York being told “don’t come down” and yet we have a family member without any friends/family in the middle of all of this…. Any ideas or information as to her whereabouts would be obviously greatly appreciated.
Thank you in advance. Everyone in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama are in our thoughts and prayers.
P.S. I spoke with Homeland Security Dept. in Jefferson Parish at 504-349-5360 earlier this evening and their phones are working. Have to wait a while but they’re working. Additionally, if you need to report a missing person, Atlanta’s Red Cross office is handling requests at 404-870-4440.
Any news on Laurel, Miss. Have been trying to get a handle on a blogger in that area - anyone know a connection with a laptop? God bless you all……….our prayers are with everyone who has been affected by this storm.
Anybody got any news about Slidell, 5th st. near Amtrak? Near the middle school? joebryak@gmail.com
Water rising at 17th St. canal
Tuesday, 6:30 p.m.
Mayor Ray Nagin has announced that the attempt to plug a breach in the
17th Street canal at the Hammond Highway bridge has failed and the
rising water is about to overwhelm the pumps on that canal.
The result is that water will begin rising rapidly again, and could
reach as high as 3 feet above sea level. In New Orleans and Jefferson
Parish, that means floodwaters could rise as high as 15 feet in the next
few hours.
Nagin urged residents to try to find higher ground as soon as possible
Does anyone know the conditions in the 300 block of Pine Street in New Orleans?
Or the conditions in Beau Chene in Mandeville?
My heart and soul goes out to all the people who have and are suffering in this catastrophe. I hate to be a Monday morning quarterback, but I really have a several issues that I do not comprehend. I watched the news conference with Governor Blanco, Senator Landrieu, the National Guard, the FEMA representative(s), and others.
There were several things I heard the professionals (i.e. FEMA, Army Corps of Engineers, other military-type personnel) responsible for rescuing, preventing flooding, and providing the necessities to those who are now refugees say that astound me.
1. First, why are they just now bringing swift boats from California to assist in rescuing people and delivering supplies to those isolated. I thought that FEMA had everything positioned in adequate supply to move in as soon as the storm passed. I thought that it was a given that New Orleans might be inundated. Why wouldn
any word of the area around the Avondale shipyard and waggaman trying to find out about the area near jeffer street and the tchouptula mansion
there has got to be a way to get back to new orelans before monday and how do you find out if loved ones that stayed behind are ok?
Anyone have information on the Carolyn Park area of Arabi? I have several aunts and cousins who evacuated and have no idea of what to expect. My suspicion is that all is under water. Any input would be appreciated
I ned to get more information on anything I have family that are Nurses ect and they didn’t get because they are much more dedicaed than I would be I want to know if any of the local radio stations up? someone please give me some info
God Bless you all I was wondering about the SeaBee Base there my husband is a Seabee and that is his home base. He is currently in Iraq but I know there are families of the base are they ok or does anyone know. I will continue to pray for you all. I live in Indiana and would be more then happy to help anyone if they need anything. I was there in Gulfport just in Feb to see my husband off to Iraq and I loved it so much I wanted to move there. Its a shame this has happend.
Craig,
I also live in the Irish Channel (Washington & Laurel). I also hear the floodwaters are creeping into the area.
If you hear anything about water entering our area, can you please post? I’m trying to find hope in something and corresponding with people in my neighbor helps.
Sincerely,
Michelle Novakoske
my aunt is on the 7th floor of the doubletree - any info on that hotel? Thank you!
Does anyone know anything about the Grand Isle area?!?!
wwl 870 is up and running-giving pretty good info
Ya’ll……the governor has just announced that NO must be COMPLETLEY evac’d. There is no fixing the levee right now and they are expecting Orleans parish to have 12-15 feet of water by tomorrow.
I hate to sound negative, but ya’ll are not going to the town on Monday.
They are evacuating EVERBODY….EVERYBODY…EVERYBODY….They are working 24/7 to resuce people from attics and roof tops. I think saving lives are more important at this point than ariel pictures.
The only thing anyone can do right now is WAIT, and quit assuming that you know what is going on. Especially if you aren’t even there.
Rely on what your governor is telling you and nothing else. Phones lines are jammed and you will hear from family eventually.
It’s not easy to relax at this point. But we have to stay realistic.
LISTEN TO YOUR GOVERNOR.
Also, the governor has said at this point the rescue teams are pushing bodies to the side and concetrating on rescuing.
Let’s save lives at this point instead of worrying about material things.
Do you know anything specific conditions in the Irish Channel areas including Clay Square Park, Tchoupitoulas and Pleasant, Pleasant and Laurel, and Soraparu and Tchoupitoulas? I’m one of many who have worked with the Rachel Sims Baptist Mission, and we’re all very concerned about all the people in that area that we know and love. Our prayers continue to be with you all.
I was wondering if anyone had info on uptown area - Valmont Street {off Jefferson} between Freret & Claiborne. My friend and her family were in the top aartment. The last time I heard from her Monday at 6am, a tree had fallen in one of the bedrooms and water was starting to come in. Also, she mentioned via text message to my phone that windows were broken as well. If anyone has info on the 2400 block of Valmont street, please let me know. Or better yet, please see about the Weaver family @ 2413. Its 2 adults and 2 teenage kids. I dont believe any of them can swim and one of the adults have a walking disability {cripple}.
Please check on them if you are able to.
Also, I havent been able to contact any other 504 area code number by cell or land line but I have been able to communicate with other friends via text message on the cell phone. If you have that option on your phone consider that.
Thanks,
T. Durden
I now live in Atlanta, but grew up in New Orleans (DeLa Salle and UNO alumni) and my heart and prayers are very much with all of New Orleans and all the areas devastated by Katrina. Sunday I met my 87 year old mom and 88 year old Alzheimer’s-stricken stepdad as they fled New Orleans and they are now here in Atlanta with me. My mom’s house is in the Tall Timbers subdivision at the end of Gen’l De Gaulle. If anyone has any information on how that area fared, please be so kind as to e-mail me at: scott@spasticlizard.com so I can update my mom, and God bless you all as you work thru this. Our prayers are with you.
We have freinds in the 200 block of Walnut St. Any idea of damage/flooding in that neighborhood?
Thanks
Jim Wiseman
Any informantion on Belaire Drive near the Metairie Cemetery? This is high ground but near the 17th Street canal. Protected perhaps by the railroad bed.
Cats stuck in house. Hearts broken.
I remember, when I lived in the Irish Channel on Pleasant Street, one night the power went out all night. About 1AM, I hear a voice dstinctly yelling “the cops are way gone, let’s go bust the windows out on that A&P and get some beer.”
Then I come online here and learn that the A&P on Magazine got looted. Again.
Sad to see some things never change. Is my house at 1001 Pleasant Street (around from Semolina’s and Cafe Atchafalaya) still intact?
Can anyone tell me how the condition is in the area near Tulane & Loyola? My daugther’s home is on Willow Street between Carrollton & Broadway. Is that area seriously flooded? Also, my grandsons are volunteers at the Zoo and we’d like to know how things are there as well.
My elderly aunt lives alone at 3129 Ponce Deleon off Esplanade. Any news from that area or who I can contact to get on a waiting list to find out if she is ok?
What is the status of air travel in and around the New Orleans area?
I am looking for any information on conditions on Division St. between W. Metairie Ave. S. and Airline Hwy.
Both airports are closed, flooded.
Any information about the Aquarium of the Americas? That was one of our favorite spots in the city and I’d hoped to take our kids there some day. Is the aquarium still standing?
“my aunt is on the 7th floor of the doubletree - any info on that hotel? Thank you! Susan”
Double Tree Hotel is near Poydras on Canal Street and as is the French Quarter Area, that hotel is well above sea level (13 maybe 14 feet)compared to most of the city. Try their number… 504-581-1300… they had working phone lines (keep trying if you get busy signals) and generator power earlier today.
Emergency search and rescue phone lines for those in distress: (225) 925-7708 | (225) 925-7709 | (225) 925-3511 | (225) 925-7412
These numbers go to the US Coast Guard, since the New Orleans 9-1-1 system failed during the flooding. If you have someone still trapped, or trying to get out, call these numbers. This is for both La. and Miss.
Does anyone know how high the water is around Michoud in East New Orleans? Right around the Six Flags area. I have a mother-in-law that decided to stay and she is in a one story house. I am afraid she may be trapped in her attic.
what about the westbank? i live in marrero, how’s the conditions on that side?
i heard that jefferson parish can come back on monday to gather up their belongings then leave out, is that true?
INFO ON TEMPORARY HOUSING
++PLEASE INFO ON…. IF YOU FIND IT HELPFUL++
I am in the st. louis, missouri region and heard on the local radio the below link! He owns multiple units in the area. He also has units damaged in Gulfport, so he can relate to this on a more personal level. He mentioned he would offer apartments to people from the devastated areas for $300 a month, and rent them on a month by month basis and willing to work with people. All units have appliances, A/C etc. I’m not sure if this info will be helpful or not, but I felt it important to get this info out to people in need! Please pass this info on to others in need of temporary housing.
Thanks,
z
His Contact info is below……
http://webapps2.planetrealtor.com/tln/tln_realtor?cstate=MO&csuppress=&cid=10123819
Does anyone have info on Slidell? We have friends who live a bit W of town, S of the 10, and N of the Lake (1400 block of W. Ashton Court). Out here in California we’re praying hard for you guys. Hang tough.
i am wanting to know how state street is between loyola and freret . also, how is the The Ocavia at the corner of st charles and octavia. thanks, amelie
in particular, 1837 state, and the 4th floor of The Ocavia. also, if anyone could leave cat food through the cat door at the top of the steps(at the state street address)in the driveway, we would be most appreciative. we will repay with a king cake at mardi gras!
Looking for missing family members in New Orleans. I live in Texas. I have contact with my sister and parents who are in a shelter in Layfayette. Brother and other were left behind.
Dennis Fisher
Debra and Jonathan Morris
Brian Fisher
Sanya Baines - due to give birth in a week (w/ daughter Savon)
Dominique Baines and daughter
Edward Baines and Family
Chaketha Morris and Desmond Morris
I am sure there are more. If possible can I please get an update on New Orleans East.
DOES ANYONE KNOW IF RED CROSS OR ANY AGENCY HAS STARTED A LIST OF SURVIVORS FOR FAMILY AND FRIENDS TO CHECK ON? WHERE OR WHO CAN WE CALL?
PRAYERS ARE COMING FROM EVERYWHERE.
THANK YOU, JERI LOYA
Please, if anyone knows if they are airlifting the
patients at Touro Hospital yet I would appreciate any info. I have a relative in critical condition in a coma who is/was on the 6th floor ICU. Any info I would be greatful for, even if you know where thy may take someone from there, if the hospital is okay….anything at all. thanks so much.
We all here in Germany are feeling wih you and hoping, that things getting much better soon. Let us know, how we can help you here in old Europe.
Never give up! You are part of a great nation and you have friends all over.
Regrads
Andreas (Starnberg - Germany)
Any word about the Bogalusa area, I have elderly family who were unable to leave before Katrina hit. Any word at all abut the Dana Enman family would be greatly appreciated.
Thank you and God bless.
madlilly6@yahoo.com
Does anyone know the condition of the Seelos Center at 2030 Constance St. in New Orleans?
Does anyone know about the circumstances in
WESTWEGO ?
My friend Charly Gautreaux and his family are living there. Does anyone know about him ?
My wife and myself dont have money to offer but we do have a very large yard. We would welcome anyone to set up temporary residence, be it tent, camper or RV. We can provide toiletry and bath needs, a good meal and friendly conversation. Rocky Point, NC
My wife and myself dont have money to offer but we do have a very large yard. We would welcome anyone to set up temporary residence, be it tent, camper or RV. We can provide toiletry and bath needs, a good meal and friendly conversation. Rocky Point, NC
any info on Greg Woodall…he was last known to be riding out the storm on Curie Street near UNO…any info on him or the area would be appreciated lesajunk@yahoo.com
thanks
I’m looking for a good friend of mine who lives at 322 N. Florida Ave., Covington, LA 70433… Any word about the Covington area. She said that she, her son and her parents had offered shelter to many other families in the area as they had the room to spare. Can you help?
Does anyone know how Metairie faired? Father lives on Roosevelt Blvd and brother on Zenith St. Thanks!
I don’t know if anyone has info on a hospital near the dome in NO - St. Charles hospital. I’m trying to locate a friend who is a nurse there. Regina Payton also lives in the French Quarter. Any info would be great altho i know you all must be inundated with requests etc.
Thanks!
Sauv
Looking for ANY information about SLIDELL or ABITA SPRINGS!!!
An ELDERLY couple (in their 80
Looking for ANY information about SLIDELL or ABITA SPRINGS!!!
An ELDERLY couple (in their 80
GRETNA/TERRYTOWN/WESTBANK
Will have evacuees from this area arriving soon. Email me if you want to hear what they know and saw. Will have video and digital pictures, too.
If you want to set up a tent or FEMA trailer in the Pensacola area, let me know.
I read a comment made on here from yesterday that said that Freret St. (New Orleans) just had wind damage? Is that still true? I have an Uncle that was waiting out everything on Freret St. next to Tulane Library. Haven’t heard from him since day after hurricane hit. That was before levees broke!
does and one know anything about belle chasse.. i have family i cant rach.. ot terry town .. My mom lives there… we are worried.. i lice in texas and cant do a thing and not know is the worse…
GRETNA/TERRYTOWN/WESTBANK
Will have evacuees from this area arriving soon. Email me if you want to hear what they know and saw. Will have video and digital pictures, too.
CARA DUFRENE, HOW DO WE GET IN TOUCH WITH YOU? MY FRIEND IS HERE IN TEXAS WITH ME AND EVACUATED FROM THE WESTBANK/GRETNA AND WOULD LIKE TO SEE PICS IF YOU GOT THEM. ANY IDEA HOW MUCH DAMAGE IT SUSTAINED? THANKS!
PLEASE EMAIL ME AT LBGOODPASTURE@HOTMAIL.COM
This is a reliable website with very generous people from all over the country opening their homes to victims of the hurricane. We are trying to get the news out in as many outlets as possible.
Thank you.
http://www.nola.com/forums/homesavailable/index.ssf
I find it really hard to believe what I’m reading. Did the Mayor really tell people it was okay to cross the river and find what ever relief they could? And if so, what was he smoking? He just about gave the okay to tear the rest of the city up? Please! Any one! Tell the military and the president to take the streets back. I am also concerned about my friends on the police force. People have gone mad. I want to be able to come home one day.
I own a business in Kenner but I am still not very familiar with the area because I am from MS. Our business is located on Maria St. about a mile from the airport off of Airline, maybe? What is the damage in this area? Flooding? Please give me some info, I am very worried.
any word of the area around the Avondale shipyard and waggaman trying to find out about the area near jeffer street and the tchouptula mansion
Posted by: Brian Parker at August 30, 2005 07:26 PM
Brian,
I am looking for info on my nephew Brian Parker and my sister Yvonne in Slidell. Is this you Brian?
Any infromation about: Lakefront Airport, South Shore Harbor, Bally’s Casino?
I need to know can we get to kenner,LA. I need to find my grandma Althea St.Clair and other famiy members that live at 3205 darthmouth place in Kenner. and where are they sending people to, I need a list of rescue missions.Thanks
Why can’t they use the larger damaged boats to help fill in the levy? Line them on their sides and purposely sink them. Then fill in gaps with sand bags. Seems like anything large dropped in the breaks would help bridge the gaps quicker.
Just a silly thought, I know.
I am looking for Dr. Paul Dreschnack 2525 Severn Ave. Metarie, La 70002
Are you ok? Can I help you?
The Government has found the compassion in its heart to provide a zip code to the Astrodome in Huston to receive donations. I would like someone who knows how to begin a movement to have the governemnt pick up the shipping cost to that zip code. Doesn’t seem like much to ask. Do you think it is possible?
Looking for Dr Paul Dreschnack 2525 Severn Ave Metarie, la 70002
If anyone knows Dr Paul would you please e=mail me at Lastchanceqhr@aol.com I am looking for the Dr. and Bonnie. If I can help you please contact
Patty formerly Palm Harbor.
HI I was wondering if uptown, towards Autumm Park, and St Charles street got flooded? Dale
Does anyone know the condition of the New Orleans zoo?
This is Linda O from Minnesota; wondering if the Michelle NOvakoske who posted on here August 30 is the Michelle from Minnesota; University of MN originally from LIttle Falls…wondering if you are safe and/or back in Minnesota; please post a message on here; will continue to check this site-
Linda Oeltjenbruns, MInneapolis MN
Any word on whether or not there was flooding in and around the 3500 block of James Drive in Metairie, LA? It is yet north of Veterans Hwy & I-10.
Any word on whether or not there was flooding in and around the 3500 block of James Drive in Metairie, LA? It is yet north of Veterans Hwy & I-10.
Searching for uncle in law and nephew
names glen and jep brown live in french quarter.Glen owns an automotive repair shop there.cant remember address. No family members have heard from them since before the storm.If anyone knows them and sees this please contact me with their condition or whereabouts. desperate.
To Julie Shuler:
I am an intern at Touro Hospital and might be able to help you. I have assisted in locating one other relative and their status. Email me at mzdelner (at) gmail.com and I will try to help.
Dr. M. Delner, M.D.
Does anyone have any information about the Magazine and Valmont area of the city. Has there been flooding, hurricane damage to the houses on these two streets? My son and daughter-in-law are there and I have not been able to get ahold of them since Katrina came through
are they allowing any one from the westbank of new orleans back in to get their belongings? I’m not coming back and i want to get my things from my house to move on with my life.
Does Anyone Know Anything about de la salle highschool in New oRLEANS?
I’m looking for a list of the dead In New Orleans or Bernads perish or Violet Perish.
hey, im 15 years old and 2 months ago my bestfriend moved to New Orleans please tell me how to get ahold of the people who where evacuated.PLEASE!! is there a number to call ???
JOhn Chase.
1360-433-8181 cell phone … please help..
im trying to look for my grand daughter dajash howard if any one has imformation on her email me at http://www.wellypichon@yahoo.com shes only 9yrs.old she was born september 11, 1996 or contact me at 225-694-3536