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Thread #84226   Message #1567011
Posted By: Q (Frank Staplin)
20-Sep-05 - 02:39 PM
Thread Name: BS: Hurricane AFTERMATH
Subject: RE: BS: Hurricane AFTERMATH
Kenner (the western part of metro N. O. between the Airport and the central City) authorized the return of citizens on a permanent basis on Sept. 15, although some parts of Kenner still lacked power, water, sewer facilities. No revision has been issued.
Here is the "welcome," posted Sept. 16: Kenner reentry

St. Bernard Parish (Chalmette area east of N. O., much belongs to metro N. O.) has suspended its re-entry plan, according to a directive by Parish President Junior Rodriguez, upon order of the Governor, because of the possible threat from Rita. (Sept. 19, www.st-bernard.la.us/).

The Governor's order ("State of Louisiana, in conjunction with ground military forces") mentioned in the St. Bernard news release suggests that the State is trying to exercise some control (Most of the National Guard remains under State control).

The Nokia Sugar Bowl (N. O.) has not announced any relocation plans. The Dome is being cleaned, but its future uncertain.