Observed (mo/day/year): AUG/29/2021
Observation time: UTC; 8:23 PM Eastern
Reported By: Jefferson Parish Gov.
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Geographic Location of Observation:
Lafitte, Louisiana
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Wind Measurements: Measured
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Wind Direction: N degrees
Barometric Pressure: MILLIBARS
Measured Rainfall: INCHES
Comments:
Jefferson Parish Government: The Kerner Swing Bridge in Lafitte was hit by a barge.
Any residents that may still be in Lafitte are advised DO NOT ATTEMPT to drive on this bridge.
We do not believe it is structurally safe.