Dates Active: September 9 – 14, 2024
Category at Landfall: Category 2 (Terrebonne Parish, LA)
Peak Sustained Winds: ~100 mph
Areas Impacted: Louisiana (primary), Mississippi, and Alabama coasts
Estimated Damages: ≈ US $1.3 billion (preliminary)
Hurricane Francine in 2024 strengthened to a Category 2 storm before making landfall, prompting widespread precautions along the Gulf Coast. While the storm caused no direct fatalities, it disrupted regional infrastructure and energy production, temporarily shutting in approximately 40% of Gulf oil output.
RSI’s Impact
Staffed the Louisiana Department of Health Tactical Operations Center (TOC) to provide statewide situational awareness, resource tracking, and coordination for hospitals and EMS.