Pearl River compassionate in Hurricane Ida recovery

The Pearl River Town Council canceled its September meeting as Hurricane Ida recovery continued throughout St. Tammany Parish, but town leaders said most in Pearl River were spared the full impact of Aug. 29 storm.

“While we did have several homes that experienced significant damage from falling trees, etc., overall, we fared very well,” said Alderwoman Bridgett Bennett.

No major infrastructure damage occurred to any of the city’s facilities, she said, and, to her knowledge, all residents have had power and cable restored. Crews continue to work daily on efforts to remove tree and storm debris……..

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