Louisiana Archives

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance deploys National Response Team in the wake of Gulf flooding

Posted August 19th, 2016

In the aftermath of catastrophic flooding in the Gulf region, Presbyterian Disaster Assistance is providing assistance to the Presbytery of South Louisiana and reached out to the Presbytery of Mississippi. PDA has approved two grants to be used to address community needs.

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance responds to Baton Rouge and Gulf flooding

Posted August 18th, 2016

Our hearts, prayers and thoughts go out to the people of Baton Rouge and communities in the Gulf region in the wake of catastrophic flooding and loss of life. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance has deployed its National Response Team members at the invitation of the presbytery.

Record flooding in Louisiana leaves thousands homeless

Posted August 15th, 2016

Record flooding over the weekend in parts of Louisiana has left thousands homeless and as many as a half dozen people dead. The Presbytery of South Louisiana says the heavy rains with as much as six to 10 inches, took everyone by surprise.