The Coast Guard announced Wednesday morning their agency has rescued more than 200 people and helped more than 3,000 affected by the recent Louisiana floods.
In their most recent rescue operation on Tuesday night, seventeen people were safely pulled from the Baton Rouge area hit by floodwaters.
So far, Coast Guard crews have saved 229 people and assisted a total of 3,007 in distress. They have also rescued 67 pets.
Residents of Louisiana parishes affected by the floods are encouraged by the Federal Emergency Management Agency to complete an application for disaster assistance now, even if their parish has not yet been federally declared for individual assistance. To apply for assistance, visit www.disasterassistance.gov or call 1-800-632-3362.