New Orleans leaders address incoming storm Cristobal, protests, COVID-19 (FULL VIDEO)

City leaders are warning of more than 10 inches of rain this weekend brought on by Cristobal, which is expected to once again strengthen to a tropical storm and hit Louisiana Sunday. In a joint press conference Friday morning, New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell told the public to expect heavy rains and street flooding from the storm. A flood watch will remain in effect for the city until Tuesday morning. All parking restrictions are lifted as of Saturday morning, and Cantrell encouraged residents to move their vehicles to higher ground, pick up trash near catch basins and secure items on their property. "We hope it moves fast, we do not want it to rest over the city of New Orleans for hours and hours," she said. Addressing the state of affairs in the New Orleans, with a pandemic, civil unrest and, now, a storm system, Cantrell encouraged people to "stay focused" on staying safe. "Do not get distracted. With so many things going on, we have to stay focused. The pandemic: everything still remains, meaning social distancing and no large gatherings,” Cantrell said. READ MORE: https://www.wwltv.com/article/weather...