All Things New Orleans

Financial Strain of Flood Recovery


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Back in August, just after the historic floods, Louisiana officials expressed concern that proposed federal and state disaster recovery funds might not be enough. With deadlines for flood assistance programs passed, or looming, affected residents are learning the math of getting back on their feet. It's just after dinnertime on a Thursday night in Northeast Baton Rouge. An ice cream truck loops it’s signature song as it turns onto Mora Drive. But nobody comes running out their front door. 63
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All Things New OrleansBy Janae Pierre