from its hub in newark. that has tremendous repercussions for travelers across the country. all of this is caused by remnants of hurricane ida which, of course, first pummelled louisiana this week. it s been moving up towards the northeast. the damage so severe in some of those coastal communities in louisiana. they ve almost been wiped off the map. these are new pictures that you re seeing here from new jersey. we also have new pictures this morning from louisiana that shows the devastation there. but joining me now, we want to begin in newark, new jersey, on the phone is the mayor of newark, ross baraka. mayor, thanks so much for taking the time this morning because you we know you and your community facing so much. the first question is as we watch live rescues underway, do you know how many lives are at risk at this point? well, i think right now the potential for life risk is low. i mean, last night it was pretty