September 18, 2024 | 3:54 p.m.
Yesterday, in partnership with the Kenner Police Department and a church partner, Convoy of Hope hosted a drive-thru distribution in Kenner, Louisiana. More than 500 families received food and cleaning supplies. Additionally, we completed mobile distributions in Reserve and Marrero.
Power is almost completely restored in Louisiana, but there is still need in communities affected by Hurricane Francine. Convoy of Hope is there to meet those needs and offer people hope in the face of recovery.
September 16, 2024 | 3:52 p.m.
Convoy of Hope is still on the ground in Louisiana, helping with cleanup and getting essential supplies to people in need after Hurricane Francine slammed into the coast last week.
On Saturday, more than 700 families received food, water, and hygiene kits through drive-thru distribution in Houma, Louisiana. With power coming back on, residents can start to look toward recovery. These supplies will make that road seem less daunting.
Distributions are continuing in Gretna, Metairie, Houma, Morgan City, and Kenner.
Though Francine was a Category 2 hurricane, the storm still created debris and brought damaging flooding. Convoy of Hope team members are working in Terrebonne Parish to provide cleanup services to elderly residents and people who are unable to leave their homes.
While the news cycle moves on and more storms brew in the Atlantic, Convoy of Hope remains committed to serving people in need in Louisiana and all over the United States.
September 13, 2024 | 11:01 a.m.
Convoy of Hope is on the ground in Houma, Louisiana, distributing food, water, and hygiene kits to people in need after Hurricane Francine swept through the area Wednesday night.
More than 123,000 people are still without power, and food and water are the biggest needs. Additional relief supplies are en route today.
Flood watches remain in effect for around 8 million people across Tennessee, Alabama, Mississippi, and Georgia as Francine continues moving through the United States.
Convoy of Hope is prepared to respond whenever and wherever needed. To help more survivors of Hurricane Francine and other disasters, donate here.
September 12, 2024 | 2:13 p.m.
Hurricane Francine slammed into Louisiana last night as a Category 2 hurricane, knocking out power for more than 450,000 people at the peak of the storm. Francine made landfall in Terrebonne Parish with top sustained winds of nearly 100 mph. The coastal region hasn’t fully recovered from a series of devastating hurricanes in 2020 and 2021.
Fourteen million people are currently under flood warnings. Since Francine moved through the state slowly, it hit Louisiana with more rain than expected, leaving neighborhoods under water. The fierce winds knocked down trees and power lines. As officials work to get power restored, 300,000 people are still out as of this afternoon.
Convoy of Hope will arrive in Houma, Louisiana, later today to meet with partners and prepare for distribution tomorrow.
Another load of essential supplies left our World Distribution Center this morning and is en route to the area. Food, water, hygiene kits, tarps, cleaning supplies, and more will be distributed to those in need.
September 11, 2024 | 4:46 p.m.
Hurricane Francine has rapidly strengthened to a Category 2 hurricane as it barrels toward Louisiana with maximum sustained winds over 100 mph. Convoy is en route to the area so relief supplies can get to people in need as quickly as possible.
Flooding, heavy rainfall, storm surge, damaging winds, and tornadoes are all threats.
Right now, Francine is some 40 miles from Morgan City, Louisiana, and 100 miles from New Orleans. Landfall is expected within the next few hours.
September 10, 2024 | 11:47 a.m.
Tropical Storm Francine is barreling toward Louisiana and is predicted to make landfall as a Category 2 hurricane, bringing life-threatening storm surge and heavy rain. Communities along the coast are under evacuation orders, while residents of cities like New Orleans and Baton Rouge are urged to stock up on supplies and prepare to shelter for the next few days.
Even if Francine encounters conditions that limit its strength before landfall, it will still bring flooding rainfall, powerful winds, and dangerous storm surge, which can flood roads, cause extensive damage to homes, and create widespread power outages.
There will be many needs felt in communities impacted by the storm. That’s why Convoy of Hope is already preparing to deploy. Convoy’s teams are planning routes, loading relief supplies, and making all necessary preparations to leave from our World Distribution Center to reach people in need as soon as possible.
Though there is some warning before a hurricane’s landfall, disasters can strike at any time. To ensure your family is prepared, download Convoy’s Disaster Preparedness Guide.
