Hurricane Francine Hits Louisiana, Causes Major Flooding

Hurricane Francine made landfall in Louisiana as a Category 2 storm, causing widespread flooding and power outages for nearly 400,000 homes and businesses. The storm brought heavy rains, with some areas receiving up to 10 inches, and strong winds of up to 100 mph. Despite the damage, no fatalities or severe injuries have been reported, although several rescues were necessary. Power outages extended into Alabama and Mississippi, affecting tens of thousands of residents. Francine weakened to a tropical depression by Thursday afternoon but continued to pose risks of flooding as it moved inland. Emergency services, including the National Guard, have been actively engaged in rescue and recovery operations.