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As Hurricane Francine made landfall Wednesday afternoon, heavy rainfall and winds moved across the state, leading to flooding, power outages, and damage to buildings.
Jefferson Parish
Francine Flooding in Kenner
Person standing in flood water at the corner of West Esplanade and North Arnoult Road.
Flooding near T.H. Harris Middle School in Metairie
Orleans Parish
Watch Video: Cars flooded as Hurricane Francine pelts New Orleans.
Flood waters reach the steps of a home in Lake View.
Terrebonne Parish
Watch Video: Hurricane Francine breaks, drags away huge tree limb during WWL Louisiana live shot in Houma.
St. James Parish
The St. James Parish Sheriff’s Office received reports of downed trees, poles, and powerlines and power outages.