| By Chad Calder
As the second day after Hurricane Ida drew to a close, the reality of the long, hard slog began to set in among many residents as local governments and institutions began charting a path forward. That means restoring electricity in New Orleans and throughout the region, and water and sewerage service in Jefferson Parish and in St. Charles. In St. Tammany, power returned for some essential services, but it could still be quite awhile for many residents. New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell imposed a curfew in the city. Gov. John Bel Edwards visited St. John the Baptist Parish, which he said looks like "a warzone" and residents there are still reeling from the destruction. Here are some lists and other useful information we've been gathering: - Where food and gas is available.
- How to apply for FEMA assistance.
- New Orleans food and water distribution sites.
- Major roadways that are open.
- GNOF fund accepting donations.
- A primer on how to clean out your fridge once the funk shows up.
- A graphic showing Ida's path and major points of destruction.
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