US EditionBiden approves emergency declaration in Louisiana for saltwater intrusion that threatens New Orleans
- President Joe Biden has declared a federal emergency due to saltwater intrusion in the Mississippi River, which is threatening New Orleans' water infrastructure. This comes after the saltwater entered the drinking water of Plaquemines Parish in Louisiana.
- Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards requested the federal emergency declaration to access funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. Edwards expressed gratitude to the Biden administration for prioritizing the request and providing quick assistance to South Louisiana.
- The saltwater surge poses a significant risk to residents, hospitals, businesses, and more, potentially leading to a loss of adequate water access. The New Orleans City Councilmember Joseph Giarrusso expressed concerns about the impact, especially on poorer neighborhoods.
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President Biden Declares Emergency in Louisiana, Authorizes Federal Aid for Seawater Intrusion Crisis - Picayune Item
President Biden has declared a state of emergency in Louisiana, recognizing the urgent need for federal assistance to augment state and local response efforts. The crisis stems from the critical seawater intrusion problem that began on September 20, 2023, and poses significant challenges. The President’s directive empowers the Department of Homeland Security, specifically the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), to coordinate a comprehens…
Biden approves federal disaster assistance for Louisiana's battle against saltwater intrusion
President Joe Biden announced Wednesday that federal disaster assistance is available for Louisiana, which is working to slow a mass inflow of salt water creeping up the Mississippi River and threatening drinking water supplies in the southern part of the state. Biden's action authorizes the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Emergency Management Agency to coordinate all disaster relief efforts, according to a news release from the …
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