I have family in the Livingston Parish and Mid Louisiana areas and they're saying that I 49 is already a parking lot trying to get out. Both sides of the interstate are open for people to evacuate and it's bumper to bumper... If you need to get out, go as soon as you can (NOW!!)!
My family member is leaving around 3:00am. It sounds like it isn't going to help much.
I hope everyone stays safe!
Diamond, they are telling people to not wait. Leave now.
He just got back in town today...works on a ship, but they told everyone to go. He also doesn't have a car, since he's mostly working (weeks on end). He's leaving with his friends and girlfriend. He doesn't have much choice, unless he flys home. I told my mom he should...but guess he's not.
ETA: By "fly home", I mean where he was born and raised.