St. Mary Sheriff’s Marine Division lends a hand in Grant Parish

St. Mary Parish Sheriff Mark Hebert last week assigned members of the Marine Division to assist with flood recovery efforts in Grant Parish.
Working under the direction of Grant Parish Sheriff Steven McCain, Marine Division members conducted courtesy checks on residents in flooded homes, handed out water and supplies to those in need and conducted security patrols on Nantachie Lake near Colfax and Latt Lake.
For the mission, the Marine Division used Sgt. Bart Lange’s personal air boat and an air boat provided by Bret Bishop of Chaney Lumber in Jeanerette. Marine Division deputies worked on Nantachie Lake near Colfax and Latt Lake.
“We, here in St. Mary Parish, have had our own experiences with natural disasters,” Hebert said. “We are glad to lend a helping hand to the residents of Grant Parish and the Sheriff’s Office there. I ask that you join me in keeping the residents and emergency responders in the flooded areas in your prayers.”