> there is a significant emergency response as officials have declared a major mass casualty event on bourbon street in new orleans, louisiana, early on new year's day. according to reports, a vehicle plowed into a crowded area, after which the driver exited the vehicle and began firing a weapon. police engaged the suspect, returning fire and fatally shooting them. officials report up to ten fatalities, but the death toll is now in the double digits, with at least 26 injuries. victims are being transported to local hospitals. emergency crews and law enforcement are actively working at the scene, and authorities are urging the public to avoid the area. the situation remains highly fluid, and these numbers are subject to change as more information becomes available. investigators are working to determine the motive and whether the suspect acted alone.   webm here
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