As tornadoes increase across Louisiana, New Orleans is considering installing a $10 million outdoor siren system to warn residents of severe weather and other emergencies. Officials are exploring cost-saving options and consulting vendors like OmniWarn, which estimates $30,000–$50,000 per siren. Supporters cite accessibility and safety benefits, while critics question cost and effectiveness. If approved, Orleans Parish would be Louisiana’s first with a parishwide siren network.
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