Hurricane Francine Knocks Out Power in Baton Rouge Region
Power outages reported in several parishes as the storm makes landfall
Over 100,000 customers without power in East Baton Rouge Parish alone
Hurricane Francine made landfall in Louisiana on Tuesday, August 30, 2023, and is starting to knock out power in the Baton Rouge region. As of 10:00 AM CST, over 100,000 customers are without power in East Baton Rouge Parish alone, according to Entergy Louisiana.
The storm is expected to bring heavy rain and winds to the area, and power outages are likely to continue for several days. Entergy Louisiana is urging customers to be prepared for extended power outages and to have a plan in place in case of an emergency.
If you are experiencing a power outage, you can report it to Entergy Louisiana by calling 1-800-9OUTAGE (1-800-968-8243) or visiting their website at https://www.entergy.com/customer-service/outage-center/.
Here are some tips for staying safe during a power outage:
- Turn off or unplug appliances and electronics to prevent damage when power is restored.
- Keep your refrigerator and freezer closed as much as possible to keep food from spoiling.
- Use flashlights or battery-powered lanterns for lighting instead of candles, which can be a fire hazard.
- Listen to a battery-powered radio for updates on the storm and power outages.
- Stay away from downed power lines and report them to Entergy Louisiana immediately.
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