THIBODAUX, La. — Rapidly rising water from torrential rain delivered by Hurricane Francine as it swept across southeast Louisiana on Wednesday night left more than two dozen people in need of rescue in Lafourche Parish.
According to Sheriff Craig Webre, multiple families were in need of rescue from housing units on Lasseigne Road after being trapped by rising water in Thibodaux and the Kraemer community.
Deputies responded to the call at approximately 7:30 p.m., and upon arrival found as many as 26 people requiring evacuation, including several small children.
Most of those rescued were transported to an emergency shelter at the Lockport Community Center.
Following the rescue – and due to a large loss of power throughout the area, the Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office extended a pre-storm curfew until 10 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12.
Residents are also reminded that LPSO phone lines are still down. Please continue to contact 911 for emergencies. If you experience any issues dialing 911 or you otherwise need to contact the Lafourche Parish Sheriff's Office, please call any of the following numbers:
- (985) 413-5677
- (985) 413-7158
- (985) 413-7556
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