Power Outages Reported in Jefferson Parish Ahead of Francine

Hurricane Francine Strengthens to Category 1, Expected to Make Landfall in Louisiana

As Hurricane Francine strengthens to a Category 1 storm and is expected to make landfall in Louisiana, power outages have been reported in Jefferson Parish. Entergy Louisiana is reporting outages in several areas of the parish, with the hardest-hit areas being Metairie, Kenner, and Gretna. The company is currently working to restore power to affected customers, but no estimated time of restoration has been given yet.

Hurricane Francine is expected to make landfall in Louisiana on Saturday night, and the National Hurricane Center is urging residents in the affected areas to prepare for the storm. Residents are advised to secure loose objects, stock up on food and water, and make sure they have a plan in place in case of an evacuation.

Hurricane Preparedness Tips

• Secure loose objects around your home or business.
• Stock up on non-perishable food and water.
• Make sure you have a battery-powered radio and flashlights.
• Have a plan in place in case you need to evacuate.
• Monitor the storm's progress and follow the instructions of local officials.

For more information on Hurricane Francine, please visit the National Hurricane Center website.