LULA, Miss. (KTHV) -- The Isle of Capri Casino Hotel announced Monday that as of 3 a.m. central time on Tuesday, May 3, the casino will be closed temporarily until flood waters recede.
"As the Mississippi River continues to rise access to our property has been compromised and the casino will be closed," said Jose Oakley, Isle of Capri Casinos' vice president and general manager. "We encourage all residents to stay safe and remain in close contact with local officials regarding road closures and evacuations."