As Tropical Storm Barry looms, here are 4 surprising facts about New Orleans and flooding:
New Orleans, Louisiana like much of the Gulf Coast region is watching as a sloppy-looking Tropical Storm Barry slowly starts to drift northward. The storm will likely produce some windy conditions, minor storm surge, and tornadoes.
Latest rainfall projections from NOAA suggest that Tropical Storm Barry could dump 10 to 20 inches of rainfall in parts of southeastern Louisiana. Some models suggest that even 2 feet or more is possible in some isolated spots. Additionally, there may minor storm surge though it does not appear as dire as river level projections earlier in the week.New Orleans was originally built above sea level but several things have changed.
factors led to a sinking city. A NASA study using airborne observations found that certain parts of the city are sinking faster than others: The city may not be able to withstand future hurricanes and tropical storms if information in a recent U.S. Government federal register of solicitations is accurate:
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