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The Louisiana Floods Through The Eyes of Local Photographer Don Green

Louisiana-based photographer Don Green gives Essence an exclusive look at the destructive floods in Baton Rouge, which have displaced thousands and destroyed homes and businesses. 
By Natasha Hatendi · Updated October 27, 2020
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A Baton Rouge resident, beside herself with grief caused by the devastating flood waters that have destroyed many lives.
The Louisiana Floods Through The Eyes of Local Photographer Don Green
Mr Don M Green
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Community members stepping in to help families out of dangerous flood waters.

The Louisiana Floods Through The Eyes of Local Photographer Don Green
Mr Don M Green
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Family of three surrounded by water due to mass flooding in Baton Rouge
The Louisiana Floods Through The Eyes of Local Photographer Don Green
Mr Don M Green
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Life Interrupted
Unprecedented flooding has left people stranded in their homes.
The Louisiana Floods Through The Eyes of Local Photographer Don Green
Mr Don M Green
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A group of three men using a river boat to provide transport service out of flood waters for local residents.
The Louisiana Floods Through The Eyes of Local Photographer Don Green
Mr Don M Green
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Community members using a river boat to transport residents from their flooded homes to dry land.
The Louisiana Floods Through The Eyes of Local Photographer Don Green
Mr Don M Green
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A man stranded on a sidewalk bench, trying to keep out of dangerous flood water.
The Louisiana Floods Through The Eyes of Local Photographer Don Green
Mr Don M Green
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Furniture that has been swept up by the flood waters which have destroyed hundreds of homes.
The Louisiana Floods Through The Eyes of Local Photographer Don Green
Mr Don M Green
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Three women helping each other find their way to safety.
The Louisiana Floods Through The Eyes of Local Photographer Don Green
Mr Don M Green
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A man standing outside his home, with a few personal belongings he was able to save from the flood.
The Louisiana Floods Through The Eyes of Local Photographer Don Green
Mr Don M Green