I'm sure you've heard the news hurricane Francine is tearing through Louisiana leaving destruction in its wake here's what you need to know hurricane Francine has been downgraded to a tropical storm but don't be fooled this storm is still packing a punch with winds reaching up to 105 m per hour Francine has ripped roofs off buildings and left over 400,000 homes and businesses without power in lach Parish emergency responders have rescued 26 people trapped by Rising floodwaters a curfew is in place until Thursday morning and residents are urged to stay indoors and remain Vigilant flash flood warnings and tornado watches are still active adding to the urgency of the situation Governor John Bell Edwards has declared a state of emergency and is deploying resources to the hardest hit areas the full extent of the damage is still being assessed but it's clear that Francine has left a significant mark on Louisiana stay safe stay informed and keep an eye on local updates