In acknowledgment of his dedication and expertise, Joey Laborde, Entergy Louisiana gas locator, was recently recognized as 2023 Louisiana Locator of the Year. This notable achievement was announced at the Louisiana 811 Damage Prevention Summit held in Baton Rouge, where Laborde's significant contributions to his field were celebrated.

Entergy gas construction crews are continuing to make progress in modernizing the gas system in Orleans Parish. This month, crews have been installing steel pipe in the Central Business District. The new piping operates at a higher pressure, will be more reliable and add enhanced safety features. The modern piping also offers customers the ability to install equipment that the previous piping may not have been able to support, such as emergency generators. An Excess Flow Valve is added during the installation of the newer pipe material, which helps to minimize gas flow if the line is severed.