The New Orleans riverfront has been hit by a series of massive blasts, and fires are raging in the area.
The cause and extent of damage are not yet clear. Police boats are at the scene of the explosions, which occurred at about 0430 (0930GMT).
The news came as extra troops were sent to quell lawlessness in the city, where thousands are stranded without food or water in Hurricane Katrina’s aftermath.
Zware explosies in New Orleans
Sep 2, ’05
1:24 PM
