The 10:30 conference call to discuss recovery efforts following Hurricane Francine just concluded.  Below is a summary of the call.

 

The Corps of Engineers has two boats surveying Southwest Pass. 

The Captain of the Port has not yet lifted Port Condition Zulu set as they asses the condition of the waterway.  The Coast Guard is considering a modified port condition normal with restrictions.  The will provide additional information later this afternoon.  All Pilot Associations are standing by waiting for the Coast Guard to open the river to navigation.  There are currently 45 vessels waiting to enter the river. 

 

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