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Houma Tunnel Closed Until Further Notice

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/10/2021 01:16 PM)
The Houma Tunnel is closed to vehicular traffic until further notice due to the generator being down. Pumps and lights are not working at this time. ...

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Entergy 8AM Update / Terrebonne Parish / September 10, 2021

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/10/2021 08:29 AM)
ENTERGY 8am update 9/10:   -If your subdivision/street is not mentioned, we either did not receive information about it OR they have not reached you yet.   The ...

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An Update on Water in Terrebonne Parish

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/10/2021 08:27 AM)
PARTIAL LIFTING - BOIL WATER ADVISORY   Based on the restoration of pressure within the distribution system and the analysis of the bacteriological samples collected w ...

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Tips for Separating Hurricane Debris

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 05:48 PM)
Following specific guidelines when hauling hurricane-related debris and household garbage to the curb will make for a speedier removal process. Check out the attached flyer for tip ...

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City of Houma Electric Update / 5 PM / September 9, 2021

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 05:34 PM)
CITY OF HOUMA 5PM 9/9 UPDATE:   Damage assessments have reported a total of 1,116 damaged poles, 163 damaged transformers, 482 damaged cross arms. 529 poles have been ...

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Entergy 5PM Update / Terrebonne Parish / September 9, 2021

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 05:12 PM)
Additional Resources: We received 50 additional linemen. We now have a total of 1,123 lineman in this area. The Houma Airport is now set up as a staging site camp. &nbs ...

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SLECA Electric Update / 5PM / September 9, 2021

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 05:06 PM)
SLECA Electric Update / 5PM / September 9, 2021:  Power was restored to The Lakes Subdivision and South Ellendale Estates.   At 2:15, Feeder 26 main line was ene ...

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Local Pharmacies Opening in Terrebonne Parish

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 03:50 PM)
The following independent pharmacies are now open in Terrebonne Parish: Wolfe's Pharmacy - 5458 LA 56, Chauvin, LA 70344 open normal hours People's Drugs - 6096 W Park A ...

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300 Hot Meals to Be Served Friday, September 10, 2021

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 03:33 PM)
Victory Life International Ministries, 7382 Main St., Houma, LA will be serving 300 hot meals beginning at Noon tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 10, 2021. They will serve until all 300 me ...

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Tips on How to Best Cover Roofs for High Wind Areas

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 12:52 PM)
Many Terrebonne Parish residents received roof damage due to Hurricane Ida. See the attached guides below for tips on how to best cover roofs for high wind areas.  ...

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Hot Meals Available at Houma Police Department Today, September 9, Beginning at 11 AM

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 11:42 AM)
Fenstermaker Co. will be serving hot meals at HPD headquarters, 500 Honduras St., Houma, beginning at 11:00 AM today, Thursday, 9/9/21, until they run out. ...

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Chabert Medical Center Primary Care Clinic is Now Open

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 11:16 AM)
The Chabert Medical Center Primary Care Clinic is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Walk-ins are accepted. ...

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Chauvin Clinic Open September 9-10 from 9AM-4PM

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 11:13 AM)
Dr. Abou Issa and his team will be at the Chauvin Clinic from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, September 9, 2021, and Friday, September 10, 2021. No appointment is needed; walk-ins ar ...

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Thompson Consulting Services Hiring Data Collectors and Field Monitors for Debris Collection

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 10:44 AM)
Thompson Consulting Services is hiring Data Collectors and Field Monitors for disaster debris collection. -Earn up to $1,200/week. All applicants must attend a hiring event ...

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AT&T Providing Free Phone Charging Stations Starting Today, September 9, 2021

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 10:16 AM)
AT&T will be providing free phone charging stations at the following locations:  Terrebonne General Health Systems - 8166 W. Main Street, Houma, LA 70360 Little Caillou ...

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Pet Owners Will Have 15 Days to Retrieve Pets from the Animal Shelter

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 10:00 AM)
OWNERS WILL HAVE 15 DAYS TO RETRIEVE PETS FROM ANIMAL SHELTER Animals in the parish have been fed and cared for at their residences by TPCG Animal Shelter personnel, but soon thes ...

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Terrebonne Parish Temporarily Waiving All Commercial and Residential Construction Permit Fees

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 09:50 AM)
Terrebonne Parish is temporarily waiving all commercial and residential construction permit fees associated with damage from Hurricane Ida beginning on August 30, 2021 through De ...

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FREE COVID-19 Vaccination/Rapid Testing Monday-Saturday 10AM-6PM | Municipal Auditorium

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 09:30 AM)
Beginning today, September 9, 2021, there will be free COVID-19 vaccinations and rapid testing at the Houma Municipal Auditorium at 880 Verret Street in Houma. When? Monday thr ...

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Free Fuel in Chauvin Today, Thursday, September 9, 2021, Starting at 7AM

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 08:30 AM)
The FREE FUEL giveaway at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin is happening again today. It is now open.   5236 Highway 56 in Chauvin, LA. ...

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Red Cross Distributing Disaster Clean Up Supplies Available Today, September 9, at 11AM

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 08:20 AM)
The Red Cross has distribution locations for disaster clean-up supplies today, September 9, 2021, at 11 a.m at all locations. Dulac, LA:  112 Coast Guard Rd, Dulac, L ...

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City of Houma Electric Update / 8AM / September 9, 2021

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 08:00 AM)
CITY OF HOUMA 8am Update 9/9 Loop 1 (Industrial) ECD 9/10/21 Crews are now working on Dumas and Cummins feeder We are planning to energize the 115, 34.5, and all substat ...

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Entergy 8AM Update / Terrebonne Parish / September 9, 2021

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/09/2021 08:00 AM)
ENTERGY 8am update 9/9:   Work Progress: Yesterday, we were able to energize 2 feeders out of Coteau Substation. This feeds down Coteau Rd. to the Dollar General ...

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Salvation Army Distribution at South Terrebonne on September 9 from 7AM-2PM

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/08/2021 05:40 PM)
The Salvation Army setup a distribution site at South Terrebonne High on Thursday, September 9, 2021.  They will issue clean up kits food boxes infant kits hygiene kits ...

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Free Fuel in Chauvin to Until 6PM tonight; Reopens Thursday, September 9, 2021, at 7AM

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/08/2021 05:30 PM)
The FREE FUEL giveaway at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Chauvin will close tonight at 6 p.m. but will RE-OPEN tomorrow at 7 a.m. ...

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Entergy 5PM Update / Terrebonne Parish / September 8, 2021

Hurricane Ida - August 2021 - (09/08/2021 05:15 PM)
Below is the 5pm update for Terrebonne Parish for 9/8: Safety Reminder: We often set up work barricades when employees are working overhead in pedestrian areas. These barricades ...

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