Hurricane Francine Approaches Louisiana, Causing Power Outages in Jefferson Parish

Overview of the Situation

As Hurricane Francine approaches Louisiana, Jefferson Parish is experiencing widespread power outages. According to Entergy, the local utility provider, over 100,000 customers are without power as of Thursday morning. The outages are primarily due to downed power lines and damaged equipment caused by the storm's strong winds and heavy rainfall.

Impacted Areas and Resources

The power outages are affecting various parts of Jefferson Parish, including Metairie, Kenner, and Gretna. Entergy crews are actively working to restore power, but the company estimates that it may take several days for all customers to have their electricity back.

In the meantime, residents are urged to stay informed and take necessary precautions. Jefferson Parish officials have opened several cooling centers throughout the parish for residents who need a place to stay cool and charge their devices. A list of cooling center locations can be found on the parish website.

Safety Precautions and Updates

Residents are reminded to take safety precautions during this time. Stay away from downed power lines and report them to Entergy immediately. Never touch a downed power line, as it can be extremely dangerous.

Jefferson Parish officials are urging residents to stay tuned to local news and weather reports for the latest updates on the storm and power outages. The parish website and social media accounts will also provide updates as they become available.