Evacuations begin on Grand Isle ahead of Cristobal

Friday sees 427 new cases in Louisiana, bringing state total to 41,989
June 5, 2020
Cristobal regains Tropical Storm strength
June 5, 2020
Friday sees 427 new cases in Louisiana, bringing state total to 41,989
June 5, 2020
Cristobal regains Tropical Storm strength
June 5, 2020

Mayor David Camardelle has issued varying levels of evacuation on Grand Isle beginning at noon today.

 

A mandatory evacuation for boats and camper will take place at noon today, June 5, 2020.

 

A voluntary evacuation for residents begins today, June 5, 2020, at noon also.


 

A mandatory evacuation for all will be in place on June 6, 2020, at 6 a.m. At this time the beach will be closed.

 

Mayor Camardelle stated the island is expecting a storm surge of 2-4 feet, and average rainfall totals from 6-10 inches.