PBS NewsHour

News Wrap: "Unprecedented" Louisiana flooding worsens

Clip: 08/16/2016 | 4m 36s

In our news wrap Tuesday, Louisiana flooding called "unprecedented" grew worse, with 8 known dead and some 40,000 homes impacted. In California, crews have gained ground on the massive wildfire north of San Francisco; officials say the blaze is around 20 percent contained. Authorities have arrested the man they believe ignited the fire, who is also suspected of starting others in the area.

Aired: 08/16/16

Expired: 09/15/16

Rating: NR

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