Some of my friends have been concerned so here is update.
Most of northwest Louisiana is experiencing the worst flash floods in its history. Our house is o.k., except a little water got into back bedroom from the garage, when we didn't place sandbags in the right place, nothing major.
But more than 3,500 homes have been ordered to evacuate. We've had 16 inches of rain in the past day and a half and at least another 10 inches is coming. Numerous roads, including Interstate 20 and 220 have been closed most of the day. All schools and many business remain closed as well.
The governor has declared a state of emergency and National Guard has been activated to help with sand bags and rescue operations.
I work part-time for the Sheriff's Office and everyone was called out to enforce road closings, and aid with flood victims and warnings to evacuate. They sent us "old guys" home this afternoon. They were probably afraid we'd have heart attacks.
The water rose so quickly that many were stranded in their homes until S.O. rescue teams could get there with boats. I saw one boat go through the front door of a house and load up the occupants from the second story and come back out! Local lakes where I fish rose 2 to 3 feet in less than 12 hours. All local waterways are closed of course.
You can see photos on Bossier Parish Sheriff's Office Facebook page and on local tv websites.
http://www.ktbs.com/category/264512/ktbs-24-hour-news
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