louisiana disaster relief

Environmental Crisis Unfolds from Oil Well Release in Louisiana

News Summary An uncontrolled release from an aging oil well near Garden Island Bay, Louisiana, has led to significant environmental…

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Significant Fish Kill Event in New Orleans’ Beaver Park Pond

News Summary In August 2017, New Orleans experienced a troubling fish kill event in Beaver Park pond, sparking concerns among…

2 months ago

Major Power Outage Affects Southeast Louisiana

News Summary Over 100,000 customers in southeast Louisiana faced a significant power outage on May 25 due to a 'load-shedding…

2 months ago

Power Outages Rescinded in New Orleans After Restoration

News Summary In New Orleans, the Midcontinent Independent System Operator has lifted its directive for power outages affecting Entergy customers…

2 months ago

New Orleans Faces Power Outages After Nuclear Plant Failures

News Summary Over 100,000 customers in New Orleans faced power outages due to failures at two nuclear power plants in…

2 months ago

Oil Spill from Aging Well Near Garden Island Bay Raises Concerns

News Summary An uncontrolled oil, gas, and water release from an 82-year-old well near Garden Island Bay has triggered significant…

2 months ago

SBA Approves Disaster Aid for New Orleans After Terror Attack

News Summary Following the tragic New Year’s Day terrorist attack on Bourbon Street that resulted in 14 deaths and numerous…

2 months ago

Venture Global Donates $37,300 to Coastal Restoration Efforts

News Summary Venture Global has made a significant contribution of $37,300 to the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana. This donation…

2 months ago

Nottoway Plantation Fire Causes Devastation in Louisiana

News Summary A massive fire engulfed the historic Nottoway Plantation House in Louisiana on May 15, 2025, resulting in severe…

2 months ago

Nottoway Plantation Completely Destroyed by Fire

News Summary On May 15, 2025, the historic Nottoway Plantation, largest antebellum mansion in the U.S. South, was devastated by…

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