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An applied research center is helping small communities along the coast cope with change by building networks, sharing knowledge and kindling hope.Grand…
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The 3 p.m. New Orleans press conference, in its entirety:http://youtu.be/SvnGAL8DyA4
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A by-the-numbers look at Louisiana's preparation for Hurricane Isaac on Tuesday, according to Gov. Bobby Jindal.— 4,158: National Guard troops activated…
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President Obama discusses steps FEMA and other federal and local agencies are taking to keep Gulf Coast residents safe and minimize damage from the…
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The St. Mary Parish Sheriff's Office says the state transportation department has barricaded some intersections along Highway 90 to let traffic flow more…
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Isaac is headed toward the Gulf Coast, and Louisiana's governor has declared a state of emergency. The storm is threatening to hit New Orleans as the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina approaches. Host Michel Martin speaks with Lt. Col. Jerry Sneed of Homeland Security in New Orleans, about how they're preparing the city for the storm.
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The St. Charles Parish President has called for a mandatory evacuation effective at 6 p.m. Sunday for all residents in St. Charles Parish due to Tropical…
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As officials gear up to respond to what’s expected to be Hurricane Isaac, New Orleanians went shopping for supplies. Flashlights and batteries were sold…
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With Tropical Storm Isaac bearing down on New Orleans, one of three key Army Corps of Engineers pumping stations that help drain the city during a storm…
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The system is designed to withstand a storm this size, but this will be its first test since its previous incarnation was devastated by Katrina.