TS Karen

At this stage the Tulane Recovery Center is monitoring TS Karen as she moves into the lower Gulf. We are all hoping it goes to the east of us which would put New Orleans on the better side but it is still anyone's storm. The latest is available at the NHC website

Monday voluntary open

Hi all. I am posting this from the Recovery Center. Power and internet has been restored. If any staff wish to come in one Monday to work we will open the center at 9 am. The center looks good and we received kudos from Tulane on our storm prep.

Disaster Assistance

All employees should look at the options FEMA is providing for disaster assistance. Links and phone numbers for disaster and unemployment assistance:

Individual disaster assistance: disasterassistance.gov or 1-800-621-FEMA

Louisiana Workforce Commission: www.laworks.net or 1-866-783-5567 (This is a federal program administered by LWC, you will need to file for FEMA's individual disaster assistance)

No Food Stamp program currently is in place for Isaac victims.  However, low to moderate income residents may apply now in case a program becomes available.  (www.dss.state.la.us/ or 1-888-524-3578).

Friday midday

The Recovery Center still has no power.  I went by to check and opened the side door far enough to see a large puddle of water on the floor.   Obviously water came in under the door or walls.  I only have cell service if I drive uptown so I am pretty much using my gas to drive then sit with car and AC running while I quickly work on a few things.  All my access is failing and I am in withdrawals.

Friday morning

The sound of chain saws and heavy equipment reverberated through this beautiful morning.  Sunshine instead of rain has finally arrived.  The first steps to normalcy is watching some businesses reopen and people moving about.  There are a lot of sightseers out driving around and my downed tree may be one of the most photographed spots in NOLA.

Closed Friday

The Recovery Center will be closed Friday due the fact the building remains without power.  We will reopen Tuesday.

Recovery Center Closed on Thursday

Tulane University will be closed on Thursday and classes will resume on Tuesday. They are allowing staff back on Friday. Recovery Center staff are asked to report on Friday at 8:00 am. Please either notify me or call the Rockville office if you are unable to report.