Francine Devastates Louisiana: Hurricane Leaves Destruction and Heroic Rescues in Its Wake

Hurricane Francine struck Louisiana as a Category 2 storm, causing widespread power outages, flooding, and damage. The hurricane impacted multiple states, prompting rescues and emergency responses. Despite severe conditions, no major injuries or deaths were reported. Francine weakened to a tropical depression as it moved inland, but flooding and other hazards remain concerns.

Hurricane Francine, which made landfall as a Category 2 storm, has left a trail of destruction across Louisiana, knocking out power to hundreds of thousands of residents and causing extensive flooding.

New Orleans, among the worst hit, saw significant power outages and debris-laden streets. Despite the chaos, stirring acts of bravery emerged, including an emergency room nurse who rescued a driver trapped in floodwaters.

As Francine weakened into a tropical depression, the threat of flooding persisted in multiple states, urging caution and ongoing rescue efforts. The aftermath continues to strain resources, although no major injuries or fatalities have been reported.

(With inputs from agencies.)