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Hurricane Francine strikes Louisiana at landfall

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13 September 2024

Winds over 100 mph
Hurricane Francine strikes Louisiana

Hurricane Francine is the third and strongest hurricane to hit the US in 2024, making landfall in Louisiana.

Hurricane Francine, a Category 2 storm at landfall, struck Louisiana on September 11th 2024 at approximately 5 pm local time, with maximum sustained winds of 100 mph.

The storm has already caused significant flash flooding in areas like Metairie, a major suburb of New Orleans.

Hurricane Francine on the WindRadar as it made landfall.

In Theriot, closer to Francine's landfall wind damage, downed power lines, and uprooted trees are widespread.

Storm surge is expected to reach up to 10 feet or more (over 3 metres) along the Louisiana coast. Our weather reporter, Jonathan Petramala is reporting live from the scene, as shown in the video footage above.

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