Baker Flood: Ten Years of Resilience | Baton Rouge News

When Baker was hit by a catastrophic flood just weeks after Mayor Darnell Waites and Police Chief Carl Dunn took office, the city’s unpreparedness turned into a heroic race against rising waters. Chief Dunn personally rescued hundreds using his own boat, even sheltering families in his home, while Mayor Waites relied on media and Congressman Garret Graves to coordinate evacuations and manage the emotional toll. The disaster flooded city hall and displaced thousands, but it also forged resilience—FEMA support and Graves’ advocacy secured millions to rebuild Baker High School, which reopened this year. Now, with a stronger economy and upgraded emergency response—including new boats for the police—Baker stands ready. And Chief Dunn? Still remembered for those unforgettable rescue days. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/8c34fabc6fe8f887