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Terrebonne & Lafourche Brace for Bertha: Floodgates Closing
22 Jul
Summary
- Tropical Storm Bertha is projected to bring 3 to 5 inches of rain and tidal surges.
- Terrebonne and Lafourche Parish officials are actively preparing for the storm.
- Floodgates are being closed, and drainage waterways are being pumped down.
Terrebonne and Lafourche Parish officials are bracing for the approach of Tropical Storm Bertha. The storm is anticipated to deliver between 3 and 5 inches of rainfall, accompanied by tidal surges ranging from 1 to 4 feet. In response, Terrebonne Parish has undertaken extensive preparations, including pumping down drainage waterways and closing floodgates.
Officials in both parishes, while implementing these precautionary measures, do not foresee Tropical Storm Bertha developing into a significant weather event. The primary concern highlighted by Terrebonne Parish officials is the potential impact of the tides. Lafourche Parish is also taking similar steps, such as securing vessels and managing floodgate operations.
Preparations in Terrebonne Parish involve pumping drainage areas and consulting with the Army Corps of Engineers to potentially adjust permit levels. Lafourche Parish is also actively monitoring the storm's track and its potential effects on local infrastructure and state highways, with public updates available through their respective websites and social media channels.
