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weatherinfrastructure1 year ago•2 min saved

"New Orleans S&WB Implements Power Rationing During Deluge"

The Sewerage and Water Board in New Orleans was forced to ration power to its pumping stations during a series of thunderstorms, leading to widespread street flooding. The board faced issues with power, especially backup generators, and had to shift available power between its pumps. The city experienced heavy rainfall, causing flooding in areas like Gentilly and Mid-City, with no reports of flooded structures but some vehicle issues at underpasses. The board has been dealing with power supply problems since February and is operating with limited capacity until a key turbine is expected to return next month.

via NOLA.com|

#flooding #new-orleans #power-rationing

environment1 year ago•1 min saved

"Mardi Gras Bead Catchers Blamed for New Orleans Weather Flooding"

Sewerage & Water Board Executive Director Ghassan Korban stated that the use of "gutter buddies" during Mardi Gras parades to prevent catch basins from clogging contributed to the flooding in New Orleans. He emphasized that the volume of rain would have overwhelmed any drainage system but noted intentional blockage of catch basins along St. Charles Avenue. Korban highlighted that the responsibility to remove these blockages lies with the city, not the S&WB.

via NOLA.com|

#catch-basins #environment #flooding

weather1 year ago•3 min saved

"New Orleans Faces Widespread Street Flooding and Turbine Outage Amid Flash Flood Warning"

Heavy rain in New Orleans led to widespread street flooding, prompting city officials to allow neutral ground parking. The Sewerage & Water Board's Turbine 4 was taken offline due to a potential mechanical issue, exacerbating the flooding. Multiple areas experienced street flooding, with some locations inundated again after a previous flooding incident. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for several parishes, with more rain expected.

via FOX 8 Local First|

#flash-flood-warning #new-orleans #sewerage-and-water-board

natural-disasters2 years ago•1 min saved

"Severe Storms Cause Widespread Flooding in New Orleans"

Heavy storms in New Orleans caused widespread street flooding, with areas such as Uptown, Gert Town, and Hollygrove being the most affected. The Sewerage & Water Board experienced power issues, leading to reduced capacity in drainage pumping stations. Turbines 4 and 5 were offline, exacerbating the flooding. Crews are working to clear the streets, and if no more rain falls, they anticipate the streets to be clear by noon. City Councilman Joe Giarrusso expressed concerns about the power and pumping failures.

via FOX 8 Local First|

#flooding #natural-disasters #new-orleans