New Orleans streetcars roll once again
Amid a Carnival-like atmosphere, streetcars began rolling past the historic mansions of New Orlean’s Garden District for the first time since Hurricane Katrina halted the St. Charles Avenue line more than two years ago.
Though only about half of the line has been reopened, many see the return of the 1920s-era green cars as a sign of progress in the city’s recovery and a morale booster.
“It’s like having another piece of the puzzle, another piece of the city” back, said Melisa Rey, who rode on the first of a string of cars with her husband, Tom, and 10-month-old daughter. “It’s so nice to finally have some good publicity,” Tom Rey added.
Six of the 13 miles the cars once ran are open on the St. Charles line, and officials hope to restore full service by spring.
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