SUMMARY: Several free back-to-school supply events are scheduled across Greater New Orleans to ease the cost and stress of school shopping. Highlights include the Children’s Museum Back-To-School Bash on July 26 in Mandeville, Victory Church’s giveaway on August 2 in Metairie, and the STEM Library Lab’s teacher event on July 24 in Metairie. Other events include the Vicious Ryders MC giveaway in Hahnville, Youth Empowerment Project and Ochsner Children’s Hospital’s fest in New Orleans East, and multiple giveaways on July 26 at locations like Xavier University and Joe W. Brown Park. Activities often feature free food, haircuts, and live entertainment.

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SUMMARY: Flash floods in Texas over the Fourth of July weekend killed more than 120 people, many caught off guard by rapid flooding. Though such floods are unlikely in Lafayette, heavy rain is forecast for southern Acadiana, raising flood risks. Lafayette uses two alert systems: National Weather Service (NWS) alerts and the local Lafayette Now system, which residents can subscribe to. The NWS categorizes alerts as “be aware,” “be prepared,” and “take action,” with flood advisories and watches signaling increasing risk. Residents are urged to prepare evacuation plans, assemble emergency kits, avoid floodwaters, and monitor alerts to stay safe. Sandbags are available at local sites.

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SUMMARY: Countless bridges in Terrebonne Parish remain closed, causing heavy traffic congestion amid hurricane season concerns. Parish President Jason Bergeron emphasizes that many bridges serve as key evacuation routes, raising worries about safe and timely evacuations. While one bridge is set to reopen soon, others could remain closed for months. Residents like Darlene Cook face limited exit options during floods, increasing evacuation challenges. The parish has year-round sandbag stations and is preparing flood gates for storms. Officials urge residents to plan evacuations early to avoid traffic issues. Bridge repairs range from structural failures to collision damage, with reopening dates through late 2025.

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