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September 04, 2005
Devestation
Yesterday, I went into Mandeville where my parents live to get a tree off of their house and out of their roof. The amount of destruction I saw was unfathomable. I had no idea, not really, how much damage had been done. Now, before I went, I contacted a friend whose mother works for St Tammany and I insured that I would not be getting in the way of any service or rescue and recovery personnel. I was told that if I was going to a private residence to begin cleanup, that was fine. I was told to be "cautious" and it was suggested that I take steps "to ensure my safety". So, yes, I was packing. When we reached Hammond, you started seeing the destruction. Trees down, roofs peeled off, Highway signs GONE, and debris everywhere. I'll post more later, we're going to church right now.
Posted by james at September 4, 2005 08:54 AM
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I have noticed power is coming back on in some of the down town area of New Orleans, and considerable cleanup is taking place in that same area.
Posted by: Bill at September 11, 2005 04:27 PM