Life in BR now: trees down and traffic in the rearview

In addition to the news update I posted earlier, I wanted to post a few Hurricane Gustav photos taken today from the Southdowns neighborhood in Baton Rouge. Southdowns is one of Baton Rouge’s older neighborhoods and is graced with beautiful old trees, classic Louisiana and architecture, and a great Mardi Gras parade. While most roads have been cleared for traffic, debris still clutters road shoulders, including all of the taller or older trees toppled by Gustav.

The images below are from my youngest brother Tucker on Lee Drive south of Perkins Road.

Unfortunately, there's a house under there

A text from my brother Tucker:

right next to lee drive. Almost touching cars as they pass. One of the busiest streets in town and it looks like this…creepy

Debris piled roadside at the intersection of Lee and Hyacinth

Just so it’s not all doom and gloom, below please find a picture of my brother’s beagle Goose. Goose is terrified of thunder and lightning and likes to hide when things get hairy. Thunderstorms and rain bands continue to spin of Gustav’s remnants and hit affected areas. Goose reacted accordingly.

Goose takes cover

takepart and adopt a pet rescued from the hurricane. Both Goose and the other family dog Daisy (seen previously here) were adopted and are wonderful pets.

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