ARABI, La. (WVUE) – The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-0 tornado touched down in Arabi Friday (June 19) evening with wind speeds estimated at 85 miles per hour.
The focus now shifts to recovery for the hardest hit homes and businesses. The tornado’s destruction path closed Rowley Boulevard and Norton Avenue between Judge Perez Drive and St. Bernard Highway, while first responders and energy crews made initial assessments.
Saturday morning, Parish President Louis Pomes returned to the area to speak with neighbors dealing with roof damage, debris, and the hidden dangers associated with downed power lines and damaged electrical systems…