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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SUMMARY: A tropical system currently moving over Florida has a 40% chance of developing as it approaches the Gulf, potentially emerging tonight or tomorrow. Louisiana faces significant rainfall, with 3 to 6 inches expected between Wednesday and Friday, and isolated amounts up to 10 inches possible, prompting a flood watch from 1 p.m. tomorrow through Friday night. The system is disorganized and sheared, but could organize into a tropical depression or storm. While wind impacts may be minor, the primary concern is heavy rain and flooding. Forecasts remain uncertain, so monitoring updates over the next few days is essential.

In its 8 a.m. advisory Tuesday, the NHC said the system, designated AL93, remains disorganized but is expected to reach the …

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SUMMARY: The author contrasts their Minnesota hometown’s strategic road funding—with special assessments ensuring regular maintenance—with Lafayette Parish’s approach where funds are pooled and allocated unevenly, often influenced by political pressure. Lafayette faces a significant funding shortfall, needing $30,000 per mile annually to maintain 1,000 miles of roads but lacking dedicated revenue, especially for rural areas. The city, while better funded, prioritizes new road projects funded by debt over existing road upkeep, increasing long-term costs. Additionally, many state roads in Lafayette are poorly maintained by the state, compounding local challenges. The author calls for more intentional, strategic funding approaches in Lafayette’s road management.

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