Storm Surge & Storm Tide. Storm surge and large waves produced by hurricanes pose the greatest threat to life and property along the coast. Storm Surge is an abnormal rise of water generated by a storm's winds. Storm surge can reach heights well over 20 feet and can span hundreds of miles of coastline. Storm Tide is the water level rise during a storm due to the combination of storm surge and the astronomical tide.
Peter Scalia. Actor. Peter Scalia is an actor, known for Midnight Cowboy (1969).
Congressman Steve Scalise proudly serves his colleagues as House Majority Whip and represents the First Congressional District of Louisiana, which stretches from the culturally distinct New Orleans suburbs to the vibrant bayous and wetlands abundant in natural resources.