‘Storm Aware and Prepare’ event held to kick off hurricane season in New Orleans [Video]

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The beginning of 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season has begun, and Pontchartrain Conservancy provided residents with free hurricane preparedness resources and supplies.

“Making sure they know their evacuation routes ahead of time, have a plan in place. Get some resources to make sure their important documents are in a dry storage bag so they can easily grab them. It’s a lot of that type of engagement and encouragement for people to be vigilant and prepared,” said Director of Community Engagement for Pontchartrain Conservancy Cory Miller.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is calling for a very active season. One resident recalls leaving for Hurricane Katrina but enduring Hurricane Ida, and ever since she tells everyone to be ready.

“So, you can learn more information to prepare yourself. I think they are trying to be more alert, that’s still a lot to go through. You know people learn each time,” …