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  • 05 May 2010. Venice, Louisiana. Deepwater Horizon, British Petroleum environmental oil spill disaster.<br />
Hurry up and wait. Long lines of commercial fishermen wait as representatives from BP hand out four hour basic oil spill awareness diplomas to captains and crews. The diploma certifies the crews as able to assist in the deployment of oil containment booms. WIthout work helping to clear up BP's disgraceful catastrophic mess, the fishermen would all be out of work thanks to the oil spill forcing the closure of their fishing grounds. The handing out of diplomas was a shambles with mixed lists in various bundles taking a great deal of time to sort through. And just as fishermen felt close to the end of the line, the BP representatives packed up and went to lunch at midday!<br />
Photo credit;Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    05may10-oil-spill006.JPG
  • 05 May 2010. Venice, Louisiana. Deepwater Horizon, British Petroleum environmental oil spill disaster.<br />
Hurry up and wait. Long lines of commercial fishermen wait as representatives from BP hand out four hour basic oil spill awareness diplomas to captains and crews. The diploma certifies the crews as able to assist in the deployment of oil containment booms. WIthout work helping to clear up BP's disgraceful catastrophic mess, the fishermen would all be out of work thanks to the oil spill forcing the closure of their fishing grounds. The handing out of diplomas was a shambles with mixed lists in various bundles taking a great deal of time to sort through. And just as fishermen felt close to the end of the line, the BP representatives packed up and went to lunch at midday!<br />
Photo credit; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    05may10-oil-spill004.JPG
  • 05 May 2010. Venice, Louisiana. Deepwater Horizon, British Petroleum environmental oil spill disaster.<br />
Hurry up and wait. Long lines of commercial fishermen wait as representatives from BP hand out four hour basic oil spill awareness diplomas to captains and crews. The diploma certifies the crews as able to assist in the deployment of oil containment booms. WIthout work helping to clear up BP's disgraceful catastrophic mess, the fishermen would all be out of work thanks to the oil spill forcing the closure of their fishing grounds. The handing out of diplomas was a shambles with mixed lists in various bundles taking a great deal of time to sort through. And just as fishermen felt close to the end of the line, the BP representatives packed up and went to lunch at midday!<br />
Photo credit; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    05may10-oil-spill003.JPG
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Easing restrictions on local markets. People, some wearing masks wait in line for entry into a tabac - a tobacconist for their cigarettes and newspapers. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen009.jpg
  • 24 February 2016. Sugar Hill RV Park, Convent, Louisiana.<br />
Scenes of devastation following a deadly EF2 tornado touchdown. 2 confirmed dead. <br />
Residents including the walking wounded wait for permission to re-enter the devastated RV park in order that they might collect whatever belongings they can find in the rubble. <br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    24feb16-Deadly Tornado021.jpg
  • 2nd Sept, 2005. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Day 2 of the mass exodus. Thousands of people wait in the baking sun for  evacuation from the hellish Superdome.<br />
Photo Credit; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02sept14-post Katrina013.JPG
  • 01 June 2015. Jean Lafitte National Historic Park, Louisiana.<br />
An alligator lies in wait in the swamp at the Barataria Preserve wetlands south or New Orleans. The lizard turns brown camouflaging itself when danger threatens. <br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    01june15-Louisiana swamp004.JPG
  • 29 April 2011. London, England..The Richards and Murray family wait outside  Westminster Abbey for the start of the Royal wedding. They have been camping out for 3 days to stake out the best spot to see celebrities and royalty. Prince William is set to marry his bride Catherine Middleton on Friday, April 29th. .Photo; Charlie Varley.
    29apr11-london097.JPG
  • 01 Feb 2006. Uptown, New Orleans, Louisiana.  Post Katrina. <br />
The Whole Foods supermarket reopens amidst great celebration 5 months after  the city was hit by Hurricane Katrina. Customers wait outside before the doors open.<br />
Photo; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    01feb2006-wholefoods-arabi010.JPG
  • 01 Feb 2006. Uptown, New Orleans, Louisiana.  Post Katrina. <br />
The Whole Foods supermarket reopens amidst great celebration 5 months after  the city was hit by Hurricane Katrina. Customers wait outside before the doors open.<br />
Photo; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    01feb2006-wholefoods-arabi009.JPG
  • 20 August 2006 - New Orleans - Louisiana. North Rampart. Waiting for the bus. An old lady waits outside a typical city store. A wrecked car in the road stays where it was recently abandoned, a sign of the slow progress as the city struggles to recover from Hurricane Katrina.
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  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. Waiting for the parade. Revelers huddle for warmth in the early morning hours as they await the main Mardi Gras Parades of Zulu and Rex on St Charles Avenue.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    09feb16-Mardi Gras Day234.jpg
  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. Waiting for the parade. Revelers huddle for warmth in the early morning hours as they await the main Mardi Gras Parades of Zulu and Rex on St Charles Avenue.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    09feb16-Mardi Gras Day216.JPG
  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. Waiting for the parade. A man in costume awaits the main Mardi Gras Parades of Zulu and Rex on St Charles Avenue.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    09feb16-Mardi Gras Day262.jpg
  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. Waiting for the parade. A man in costume awaits the main Mardi Gras Parades of Zulu and Rex on St Charles Avenue.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    09feb16-Mardi Gras Day246.jpg
  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. Waiting for the parade. Revelers huddle for warmth in the early morning hours as they await the main Mardi Gras Parades of Zulu and Rex on St Charles Avenue.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    09feb16-Mardi Gras Day237.jpg
  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. Waiting for the parade. Revelers huddle for warmth in the early morning hours as they await the main Mardi Gras Parades of Zulu and Rex on St Charles Avenue.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    09feb16-Mardi Gras Day228.JPG
  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. Waiting for the parade. Ladders lined up along the main Mardi Gras parade route of Zulu and Rex on St Charles Avenue.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    09feb16-Mardi Gras Day217.JPG
  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. Waiting for the parade. Ladders lined up along the main Mardi Gras parade route of Zulu and Rex on St Charles Avenue.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    09feb16-Mardi Gras Day215.JPG
  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. Waiting for the parade. Revelers huddle for warmth in the early morning hours as they await the main Mardi Gras Parades of Zulu and Rex on St Charles Avenue.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    09feb16-Mardi Gras Day023.JPG
  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. Waiting for the parade. Ladders lined up along the main Mardi Gras parade route of Zulu and Rex on St Charles Avenue.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    09feb16-Mardi Gras Day020.JPG
  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. Waiting for the parade. Revelers huddle for warmth in the early morning hours as they await the main Mardi Gras Parades of Zulu and Rex on St Charles Avenue.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    09feb16-Mardi Gras Day016.JPG
  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. Waiting for the parade. Revelers huddle for warmth in the early morning hours as they await the main Mardi Gras Parades of Zulu and Rex on St Charles Avenue.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    09feb16-Mardi Gras Day236.jpg
  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. Waiting for the parade. Revelers huddle for warmth in the early morning hours as they await the main Mardi Gras Parades of Zulu and Rex on St Charles Avenue.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    09feb16-Mardi Gras Day223.jpg
  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. Waiting for the parade. Revelers huddle for warmth in the early morning hours as they await the main Mardi Gras Parades of Zulu and Rex on St Charles Avenue.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    09feb16-Mardi Gras Day222.JPG
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Older locals head to the re-opened street market for their weekly supplies in a slight easing of lock down rules. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the Middle Ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen013.jpg
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
The almost deserted streets of Hesdin, a usually bustling and vibrant town, especially on Thursday's when a large outdoor market fills the 'Place D'Armes' and side streets.  Despite an easing of restrictions on local markets the streets were mostly empty. <br />
<br />
For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen011.jpg
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Older locals head to the re-opened street market for their weekly supplies in a slight easing of lock down rules. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the Middle Ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen031.jpg
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
The almost deserted streets of Hesdin despite an easing of restrictions on local markets. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen028.jpg
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Older locals head to the re-opened street market for their weekly supplies in a slight easing of lock down rules. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the Middle Ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen030.jpg
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
The almost deserted streets of Hesdin despite an easing of restrictions on local markets. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen008.jpg
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
The almost deserted streets of Hesdin despite an easing of restrictions on local markets. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen007.jpg
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Easing restrictions on local markets. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen003.jpg
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Easing restrictions on local markets. Security controls access to the local market which for the first time since government restrictions came into force has been permitted to re-open in Hesdin. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the Middle Ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen001.jpg
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
The almost deserted streets of Hesdin despite an easing of restrictions on local markets. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen024.jpg
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Locals say hello in the almost deserted streets of Hesdin, a usually bustling and vibrant town, especially on Thursday's when a large outdoor market fills the 'Place D'Armes' and side streets.  Despite an easing of restrictions on local markets the streets were mostly empty. <br />
<br />
For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen019.jpg
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Easing restrictions on local markets. Security controls access to the local market which for the first time since government restrictions came into force has been permitted to re-open in Hesdin. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the Middle Ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen020.jpg
  • 23 March 2020. Montreuil Sur Mer, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
An abundant supply of toilet rolls fill shelves at Leclerc supermarket in Attin near Montreuil Sur Mer. Local supermarkets for the most part have not been plagued by people over-shopping  and hoarding goods. <br />
<br />
Numbers entering the store at any one time are restricted to try and maintain 'social distancing,' in an effort to halt the spread of the virus. Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government.<br />
<br />
Montreuil Sur Mer was the headquarters of the British Army under Field-Marshal Sir Douglas Haig from March 1916 to April 1919. Over 1,200 year old, the ancient fortified  town with its high ramparts has endured through history, surviving the plague and King Henry VIII's invasion of France in 1544 when the Duke of Norfolk under Henry VIII's command laid a disastrous siege to the town which held firm until Norfolk was forced to withdraw in 1545. Residents are confident the ancient town can survive the coronavirus too. <br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    23mar19-Coronavirus France007.jpg
  • 23 March 2020. Montreuil Sur Mer, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
A woman wearing a face mask to help protect herself from coronavirus infection leaves Leclerc supermarket in Attin near Montreuil Sur Mer. Numbers entering the store at any one time are restricted to try and maintain 'social distancing,' in an effort to halt the spread of the virus. Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government.<br />
<br />
Montreuil Sur Mer was the headquarters of the British Army under Field-Marshal Sir Douglas Haig from March 1916 to April 1919. Over 1,200 year old, the ancient fortified  town with its high ramparts has endured through history, surviving the plague and King Henry VIII's invasion of France in 1544 when the Duke of Norfolk under Henry VIII's command laid a disastrous siege to the town which held firm until Norfolk was forced to withdraw in 1545. Residents are confident the ancient town can survive the coronavirus too. <br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    23mar19-Coronavirus France004.jpg
  • 23 March 2020. Montreuil Sur Mer, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
An abundant supply of toilet rolls fill shelves at Leclerc supermarket in Attin near Montreuil Sur Mer. Local supermarkets for the most part have not been plagued by people over-shopping  and hoarding goods. <br />
<br />
Numbers entering the store at any one time are restricted to try and maintain 'social distancing,' in an effort to halt the spread of the virus. Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government.<br />
<br />
Montreuil Sur Mer was the headquarters of the British Army under Field-Marshal Sir Douglas Haig from March 1916 to April 1919. Over 1,200 year old, the ancient fortified  town with its high ramparts has endured through history, surviving the plague and King Henry VIII's invasion of France in 1544 when the Duke of Norfolk under Henry VIII's command laid a disastrous siege to the town which held firm until Norfolk was forced to withdraw in 1545. Residents are confident the ancient town can survive the coronavirus too. <br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 23 March 2020. Montreuil Sur Mer, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
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A man wearing a face mask to help protect herself from coronavirus iwaits in line outside Leclerc supermarket in Attin near Montreuil Sur Mer. Numbers entering the store at any one time are restricted to try and maintain 'social distancing,' in an effort to halt the spread of the virus. Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government.<br />
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Montreuil Sur Mer was the headquarters of the British Army under Field-Marshal Sir Douglas Haig from March 1916 to April 1919. Over 1,200 year old, the ancient fortified  town with its high ramparts has endured through history, surviving the plague and King Henry VIII's invasion of France in 1544 when the Duke of Norfolk under Henry VIII's command laid a disastrous siege to the town which held firm until Norfolk was forced to withdraw in 1545. Residents are confident the ancient town can survive the coronavirus too. <br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 23 March 2020. Montreuil Sur Mer, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
A woman wearing a face mask to help protect herself from coronavirus infection leaves Leclerc supermarket in Attin near Montreuil Sur Mer. Numbers entering the store at any one time are restricted to try and maintain 'social distancing,' in an effort to halt the spread of the virus. Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government.<br />
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Montreuil Sur Mer was the headquarters of the British Army under Field-Marshal Sir Douglas Haig from March 1916 to April 1919. Over 1,200 year old, the ancient fortified  town with its high ramparts has endured through history, surviving the plague and King Henry VIII's invasion of France in 1544 when the Duke of Norfolk under Henry VIII's command laid a disastrous siege to the town which held firm until Norfolk was forced to withdraw in 1545. Residents are confident the ancient town can survive the coronavirus too. <br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 23 March 2020. Montreuil Sur Mer, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
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Shelves have been mostly stripped of flour at Leclerc supermarket in Attin near Montreuil Sur Mer. <br />
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Numbers entering the store at any one time are restricted to try and maintain 'social distancing,' in an effort to halt the spread of the virus. Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government.<br />
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Montreuil Sur Mer was the headquarters of the British Army under Field-Marshal Sir Douglas Haig from March 1916 to April 1919. Over 1,200 year old, the ancient fortified  town with its high ramparts has endured through history, surviving the plague and King Henry VIII's invasion of France in 1544 when the Duke of Norfolk under Henry VIII's command laid a disastrous siege to the town which held firm until Norfolk was forced to withdraw in 1545. Residents are confident the ancient town can survive the coronavirus too. <br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 23 March 2020. Montreuil Sur Mer, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Shelves stripped of hand sanitizer at Leclerc supermarket in Attin near Montreuil Sur Mer. Hand sanitiser was one of the first items to disappear from supermarket shelves.<br />
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Numbers entering the store at any one time are restricted to try and maintain 'social distancing,' in an effort to halt the spread of the virus. Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government.<br />
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Montreuil Sur Mer was the headquarters of the British Army under Field-Marshal Sir Douglas Haig from March 1916 to April 1919. Over 1,200 year old, the ancient fortified  town with its high ramparts has endured through history, surviving the plague and King Henry VIII's invasion of France in 1544 when the Duke of Norfolk under Henry VIII's command laid a disastrous siege to the town which held firm until Norfolk was forced to withdraw in 1545. Residents are confident the ancient town can survive the coronavirus too. <br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 23 March 2020. Montreuil Sur Mer, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
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The fish, delicatessen and meat displays have all been cleared of produce to ensure no contact between staff and customers at Leclerc supermarket in Attin near Montreuil Sur Mer. If the food items are available, they are now pre-wrapped in coolers, although the selection of produce is greatly reduced and the prices increased. <br />
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Numbers entering the store at any one time are restricted to try and maintain 'social distancing,' in an effort to halt the spread of the virus. Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government.<br />
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Montreuil Sur Mer was the headquarters of the British Army under Field-Marshal Sir Douglas Haig from March 1916 to April 1919. Over 1,200 year old, the ancient fortified  town with its high ramparts has endured through history, surviving the plague and King Henry VIII's invasion of France in 1544 when the Duke of Norfolk under Henry VIII's command laid a disastrous siege to the town which held firm until Norfolk was forced to withdraw in 1545. Residents are confident the ancient town can survive the coronavirus too. <br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 2nd Sept, 2005. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Day 2 of the mass exodus. Charles Porter holds Bitty as Mijae Walker (3yrs) cools her down with water in the heat of the mid day sun outside the hellish Superdome in New Orleans as they await evacuation.Photo Credit; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 31st August, 2005. New Orleans, Louisiana. <br />
'Hell on earth.' Saved from the Superdome where over 20,000 refugees from hurricane Katrina are crammed into hellish conditions, storm survivors with medical conditions await evacuation.<br />
Photo Credit: Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • May 2nd, 2006. Plaquemines Parish just south of New Orleans, Louisiana. Over 8 months after hurricane Katrina and still the parish remains in ruins. Desolate buildings with graffiti sprayed on the walls. A collapsed water tower in the back yard.
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  • 30 August, 2005. New Orleans, Louisiana.  Hurricane Katrina aftermath. <br />
A young girl awaits evacuation from the Hyatt hotel in New Orleans.<br />
Photo Credit: Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Easing restrictions on local markets. A sign on the pavement at the local street market reminding customers to keep a minimum of 1m apart. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
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Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Easing restrictions on local markets. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
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Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
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The almost deserted streets of Hesdin despite an easing of restrictions on local markets. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Easing restrictions on local markets. An elderly lady stands outside a now closed hairdresser wearing a mask to help protect her from coronavirus in Hesdin.<br />
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For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
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Older locals head to the re-opened street market for their weekly supplies in a slight easing of lock down rules. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the Middle Ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Older locals head to the re-opened street market for their weekly supplies in a slight easing of lock down rules. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the Middle Ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen029.jpg
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Easing restrictions on local markets. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen006.jpg
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Easing restrictions on local markets. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Older locals head to the re-opened street market for their weekly supplies in a slight easing of lock down rules. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the Middle Ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen002.jpg
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
The almost deserted streets of Hesdin despite an easing of restrictions on local markets. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
The almost deserted streets of Hesdin despite an easing of restrictions on local markets. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Then and now. The cafe in the centre of the Place D'Armes remains closed. <br />
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The almost deserted streets of Hesdin despite an easing of restrictions on local markets. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
The almost deserted streets of Hesdin despite an easing of restrictions on local markets. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    02apr20-France market reopen022.jpg
  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Easing restrictions on local markets. Shopper in mask. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Easing restrictions on local markets. Shopper in mask. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
<br />
Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
<br />
Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 23 March 2020. Montreuil Sur Mer, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
Coronavirus related signs indicating new cleaning procedures and reasons for closing certain facilities at Leclerc supermarket in Attin near the ancient citadel town of Montreuil Sur Mer.<br />
<br />
Numbers entering the store at any one time are restricted to try and maintain 'social distancing,' in an effort to halt the spread of the virus. Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government.<br />
<br />
Montreuil Sur Mer was the headquarters of the British Army under Field-Marshal Sir Douglas Haig from March 1916 to April 1919. Over 1,200 year old, the ancient fortified  town with its high ramparts has endured through history, surviving the plague and King Henry VIII's invasion of France in 1544 when the Duke of Norfolk under Henry VIII's command laid a disastrous siege to the town which held firm until Norfolk was forced to withdraw in 1545. Residents are confident the ancient town can survive the coronavirus too. <br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
    23mar19-Coronavirus France i-pic006.jpg
  • 23 March 2020. Montreuil Sur Mer, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
<br />
People line up in the early morning sunshine outside Leclerc supermarket in Attin near Montreuil Sur Mer where numbers entering the store at any one time are restricted to try and maintain 'social distancing,' in an effort to halt the spread of the virus. Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government.<br />
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Montreuil Sur Mer was the headquarters of the British Army under Field-Marshal Sir Douglas Haig from March 1916 to April 1919. Over 1,200 year old, the ancient fortified  town with its high ramparts has endured through history, surviving the plague and King Henry VIII's invasion of France in 1544 when the Duke of Norfolk under Henry VIII's command laid a disastrous siege to the town which held firm until Norfolk was forced to withdraw in 1545. Residents are confident the ancient town can survive the coronavirus too. <br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 23 March 2020. Montreuil Sur Mer, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
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A woman wearing a face mask to help protect herself from coronavirus infection leaves Leclerc supermarket in Attin near Montreuil Sur Mer. Numbers entering the store at any one time are restricted to try and maintain 'social distancing,' in an effort to halt the spread of the virus. Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government.<br />
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Montreuil Sur Mer was the headquarters of the British Army under Field-Marshal Sir Douglas Haig from March 1916 to April 1919. Over 1,200 year old, the ancient fortified  town with its high ramparts has endured through history, surviving the plague and King Henry VIII's invasion of France in 1544 when the Duke of Norfolk under Henry VIII's command laid a disastrous siege to the town which held firm until Norfolk was forced to withdraw in 1545. Residents are confident the ancient town can survive the coronavirus too. <br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 2nd Sept, 2005. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
A young boy trapped against railings in the baking sun awaiting evacuation from the hellish Superdome in New Orleans..<br />
Photo Credit; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 2nd Sept, 2005. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Royal Hill and his wife Roycelyn take shelter from the sun under the remains of a cardboard box as they await evacuation from the hell that is the Superdome in New Orleans. <br />
Photo Credit; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 2nd Sept, 2005. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
A young boy trapped against railings in the baking sun awaiting evacuation from the hellish Superdome in New Orleans..<br />
Photo Credit; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 2nd Sept, 2005. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
The Allen family awaiting evacuation.  Jamie (4yrs) Ricky Allen (dad), Rick Allen the 3rd (2yrs), Sontrica (wife), Rickelle (baby) and Traon (11yrs). Crammed into the darkened Hyatt hotel with all their belongings.<br />
Photo Credit; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 2nd Sept, 2005. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
The Allen family awaiting evacuation.  Jamie (4yrs) Ricky Allen (dad), Rick Allen the 3rd (2yrs), Sontrica (wife), Rickelle (baby) and Traon (11yrs). Crammed into the darkened Hyatt hotel with all their belongings.<br />
Photo Credit; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • May 5th, 2006. Lower 9th Ward, New Orleans, Louisiana. Over 8 months after hurricane Katrina and still the city remains largely in ruins in many devastated neighbourhoods. Wayne Buford, director of the State Emergency Management Agency with his dog Rusty outside a building tagged with RIP graffiti. Buford is in charge of the grim task of body recovery from the ruins of the the Lower 9th Ward. His dog Rusty is a trained cadaver dog, used to sniff out human remains still buried in the rubble. They continue to find skeletal remains.
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  • May 5th, 2006. New Orleans, Louisiana. Lower 9th ward. Eight  months after hurricane Katrina and marines from Marine Force Reserve G4 volunteer to pick up trash in the devastated neighbourhoods.
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  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
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Older locals head to the re-opened street market for their weekly supplies in a slight easing of lock down rules. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the Middle Ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
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Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
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Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
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Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 02 April 2020. Hesdin, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
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Easing restrictions on local markets. For the first time since government restrictions came into force, the main market in Hesdin has been permitted to re-open. Blue produce crates mark the distance people must maintain to keep to 'social distancing' guidelines.<br />
The historical town has hosted a usually vibrant and bustling market since the middle ages. With stall holders limited and many suffering huge financial losses, those selling food today were happy to be back to work despite the ongoing risks posed by coronavirus.<br />
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Shoppers, many wearing masks were mostly maintaining their social distancing with people happy to be out and able to meet and talk with other people. A lot of shoppers were elderly people who have been trapped in their homes for weeks. One shopper complained of 'la misère,' - the misery of this virus and being stuck in her home. <br />
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Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government and today's market re-opening was a brief return to normalcy for many able to escape the confines of their homes.<br />
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Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 23 March 2020. Montreuil Sur Mer, Pas de Calais, France. <br />
Coronavirus - COVID-19 in Northern France.<br />
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A woman wearing a face mask to help protect herself from coronavirus infection leaves Leclerc supermarket in Attin near Montreuil Sur Mer. Numbers entering the store at any one time are restricted to try and maintain 'social distancing,' in an effort to halt the spread of the virus. Anyone leaving their home must carry with them an 'attestation,' in a effect a self administered permit to allow them out of the house. If stopped by the police, one must produce a valid permit along with identification papers. Failure to do so is punishable with heavy fines. Movement in France has been heavily restricted by the government.<br />
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Montreuil Sur Mer was the headquarters of the British Army under Field-Marshal Sir Douglas Haig from March 1916 to April 1919. Over 1,200 year old, the ancient fortified  town with its high ramparts has endured through history, surviving the plague and King Henry VIII's invasion of France in 1544 when the Duke of Norfolk under Henry VIII's command laid a disastrous siege to the town which held firm until Norfolk was forced to withdraw in 1545. Residents are confident the ancient town can survive the coronavirus too. <br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 04 June 2015. Jean Lafitte National Historic Park, Louisiana.<br />
An alligator camouflaged in the swamp at the Barataria Preserve wetlands south of New Orleans.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 04 June 2015. Jean Lafitte National Historic Park, Louisiana.<br />
An alligator camouflaged in the swamp at the Barataria Preserve wetlands south of New Orleans.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 01 June 2015. Jean Lafitte National Historic Park, Louisiana.<br />
An alligator camouflaged in the swamp at the Barataria Preserve wetlands south of New Orleans.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 01 June 2015. Jean Lafitte National Historic Park, Louisiana.<br />
An alligator camouflaged in the swamp at the Barataria Preserve wetlands south of New Orleans.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 01 June 2015. Jean Lafitte National Historic Park, Louisiana.<br />
An alligator camouflaged in the swamp at the Barataria Preserve wetlands south of New Orleans.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 09 Feb 2006. Southern Louisiana.<br />
An alligator rests in pond weed in a south Louisiana swamp.<br />
Photo; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 09 Feb 2006. Southern Louisiana.<br />
An alligator rests in pond weed in a south Louisiana swamp.<br />
Photo; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 09 Feb 2006. Southern Louisiana.<br />
An alligator rests in pond weed in a south Louisiana swamp.<br />
Photo; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 09 Feb 2006. Southern Louisiana.<br />
An alligator rests in pond weed in a south Louisiana swamp.<br />
Photo; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 04 June 2015. Jean Lafitte National Historic Park, Louisiana.<br />
An alligator camouflaged in the swamp at the Barataria Preserve wetlands south of New Orleans.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 04 June 2015. Jean Lafitte National Historic Park, Louisiana.<br />
An alligator camouflaged in the swamp at the Barataria Preserve wetlands south of New Orleans.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 09 Feb 2006. Southern Louisiana.<br />
An alligator rests in pond weed in a south Louisiana swamp.<br />
Photo; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 04 June 2015. Jean Lafitte National Historic Park, Louisiana.<br />
An alligator camouflaged in the swamp at the Barataria Preserve wetlands south of New Orleans.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. A man dressed in costume rides the parade route along St Charles Avenue in the early morning hours. The main Mardi Gras Parades of Zulu and Rex pass by later in the day.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 04 March 2014. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Fat Tuesday. Mardi Gras Day. Revelers wrap up warm against the cold and rain as they await the early morning Krewe of Zulu parade.<br />
Photo; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. A man dressed in costume rides the parade route along St Charles Avenue in the early morning hours. The main Mardi Gras Parades of Zulu and Rex pass by later in the day.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 09 February 2016. New Orleans, Louisiana.<br />
Mardi Gras Day. A man dressed in costume rides the parade route along St Charles Avenue in the early morning hours. The main Mardi Gras Parades of Zulu and Rex pass by later in the day.<br />
Photo©; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 28th August, 2005. Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans, Louisiana. Thousands of people wait in line for a place of shelter in the Superdome.
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  • 28th August, 2005. Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans, Louisiana. Thousands of people wait in line for a place of shelter in the Superdome.
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  • 28th August, 2005. Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans, Louisiana. Thousands of people wait in line for a place of shelter in the Superdome the night before the storm hit.
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  • 1 June, 2006. Lakeview, New Orleans, Louisiana. The first day of hurricane season 2006. Illegal Mexican immigrant workers gut a marina boat house on Breakwater Drive which backs onto the New Orleans Marina. The workers wait at gas stations early in the mornings in the hope they will be picked up by contractors. Few speak any English and all send money back to their families in Mexico every week.
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  • 30 August, 2005. Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans, Louisiana. <br />
Hundreds of hotel refugees wait patiently in line for limited rationed meals at the Hyatt Hotel downtown.<br />
Photo Credit: Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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  • 05 May 2010. Venice, Louisiana. Deepwater Horizon, British Petroleum environmental oil spill disaster.<br />
Ubiquitous Halliburton has a hand in many things oil and gas and shares the blame with BP for responsibility for its part in the failed Deepwater Horizon oil rig collapse. Halliburton's facility was off limits to the media at the time this image was shot. To gain access one must arrange for a representative from the coastguard to escort you. The cost guard puts you on a list and then it's 'hurry up and wait.' They never did return my call.<br />
Photo credit; Charlie Varley/varleypix.com
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