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Sherburne WMA set to close due to Morganza Spillway opening

May 30, 2019 From News Reports

The LDWF will close Sherburne WMA on June 1 at midnight due to the opening of the Morganza Spillway, which is scheduled to be opened June 2.[…]

The Morganza Floodway has a good population of black bears and the big concern here would be for a bear escaping to high ground and causing issues for the residents.

Be mindful of displaced animals during Morganza Spillway opening

May 28, 2019 From News Reports

With the Morganza Spillway to be opened June 2, LDWF urges the public to be especially cognizant of wildlife forced into populated areas by flood water.[…]

Deer can swim and often wade out in ponds and lakes to feed on vegetation and will escape to high ground when the Morganza floodway gates are open. The best management activity is simply not to disturb them in the areas where they congregate.

What happens to the wildlife when the Morganza floods?

May 24, 2019 David Moreland

With the Corps of Engineers considering opening the Morganza Floodway, we take a look at how the opening will affect deer, turkeys, small game and bears.[…]

Chances of Morganza Spillway opening are increasing

May 23, 2019 From News Reports

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is warning those along the Morganza Spillway that it could be forced to open some of the structure’s gates in early June.[…]