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Louisiana's parishes feel 'forgotten' after Hurricane Ida

Residents in Louisiana have begun the long process of recovery following Hurricane Ida, which destroyed or caused major damage for about 8,000 homes statewide. While the city of New Orleans has largely recovered, the coastal parishes of Lafourche and Terrebonne are struggling with prolonged power outages and a growing housing crisis. Community reporter Roby Chavez reports from the ground.

Louisiana's parishes feel 'forgotten' after Hurricane Ida

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