[silentknight]

One unconfirmed report spoke of 40,000 homes flooded in St. Bernard Parish alone, just east of New Orleans.

There were no immediate reports of deaths or serious injuries, but casualties seemed certain

[BurbankKarl]

a 76 year old male is possibly trapped at 2706 Jacob Dr.Please Help. Last time heard from him was about 9 am this morning. He said his son is at Chalmette High School.THANKS

from the net

[Smogger]

St. Bernard Parish building is 15-20 ft under water according to WDSU reporter stranded on 2nd floor of government building

St. Bernard Parish is 15-20 ft under water according to WDSU reporter stranded on 2nd floor of government building