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Update on Severe Weather in Louisiana
January 14, 2013
A weather system that began moving through Louisiana on January 8, combined with another system that began coming through this past weekend has brought with it heavy rains, flooding and now winter weather. Most of the state has been affected in some way by this severe weather. GOHSEP activated its Crisis Action Team last week to stay in touch with the affected parishes.
On Thursday, January 10, Governor Jindal declared a state of emergency for Louisiana, in response to the severe weather in the state, which caused flooding in some areas. A cold front that is moving through the state brought winter weather to North Louisiana, which could potentially make travelling difficult, as elevated roadways may ice over.
19 parishes in Louisiana have declared states of emergency. These are: Acadia, Avoyelles, Catahoula, Concordia, East Baton Rouge, East Carroll, Evangeline, Franklin, Iberville, Jefferson Davis, Livingston, Madison, Rapides, St. Helena, St. Landry, St. Martin, Tensas, Vermilion and West Carroll.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION SOURCES:
- For lists of flood alerts across the state from the National Weather Service: click here
- For information about Road Closures:click here
- For weather safety tips: GetAGameplan
- For contact information for local Office of Emergency Preparedness: click here
- For regular updates through social media: facebook twitter
You can also get road closure information by calling 511 or the Louisiana State Police Road closure hotline at 1-800-469-4828.
SAFETY TIPS:
- Do not walk through flowing water, as drowning is the number one cause of flood deaths. Six inches of moving water can knock you off your feet;
- Do not drive your car through a flooded area, as it does not take much water to carry away a vehicle. Do not drive around road barriers, because you do not know if the road of a bridge has been washed out;
- Stay away from power lines and electrical wires, as electrical current can travel through water. Report downed power lines to your utility company.
Other Informational Sites
State of Louisiana Proclamations, Press Releases, and Updates
January 14, 2013
Governor Bobby Jindal Declares State of Emergency for Severe Weather And Flooding
November 30, 2012
Press Release: As Hurricane Season Ends, GOHSEP Encourages Families to Keep Focused on Preparedness for All Hazards
November 21, 2012
Press Release: Louisiana Emergency Managers Deploying to Assist New York, New Jersey Following Hurricane Sandy
November 7, 2012
Press Release: GOHSEP Deploying Emergency Management Teams to New York, New Jersey to Assist with Response to Hurricane Sandy
October 28, 2012
Press Release: GOHSEP Assisting Maryland, Pennsylvania in Responding to Hurricane Sandy
October 26, 2012
Press Release: FEMA Approves Louisiana's Request to Extend Registration Deadline for Hurricane Isaac Aid
September 28, 2012
Press Release: Hurrican Isaac Damaged almost 59,000 Residences in Louisiana
September 14, 2012
Press Release: FEMA Approves Individual Assistance for Three Additional Louisiana Parishes Impacted by Hurricane Isaac
September 7, 2012
PHOTO RELEASE: Oil mats and tar balls present on Elmer’s Island following Hurricane Isaac
September 7, 2012
Press Release: LDWF Reopening Three Wildlife Management Areas Sept. 8
September 7, 2012
Press Release: Louisiana awarded $3.4 million grant to assist unemployed
September 7, 2012
Press Release: State Agencies Continue Response Efforts to Assist Communities Impacted by Hurricane Isaac
September 7, 2012
PHOTO RELEASE: Closing the back levee breach in Plaquemines Parish
September 7, 2012
Press Release: CCCD set to resume toll operations this weekend
September 7, 2012
Press Release: Food banks, Red Cross seeking donations
September 6, 2012
Press Release: Five more Louisiana parishes eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance
September 6, 2012
Press Release: Algiers to Canal Street Ferry resumes operations
September 6, 2012
Press Release: Gov. Jindal Holds Unified Command Group, Updates on State Response to Isaac
September 6, 2012
Press Release: FEMA Approves Individual Assistance for Five Louisiana Parishes Impacted by Hurricane Isaac
September 6, 2012
Press Release: DCFS Announces USDA Approval of Automatic Replacement of Partial Regular SNAP Benefits for August
September 5, 2012
Press Release: DCFS Releases Federal Monthly Income Guidelines for DSNAP
September 5, 2012
Press Release: Gov. Jindal Holds Unified Command Group, Updates On State Response to Isaac
September 5, 2012
Press Release: Construction work resumes on Interstates 10 and 12
September 5, 2012
Press Release: State government offices to remain closed in St. John the Baptist and Plaquemines parishes Thursday and Friday
September 5, 2012
Press Release: St. Charles, Tangipahoa parishes now eligible for Disaster Unemployment Assistance
September 5, 2012
Press Release: Health Department Advises Residents Using Private Wells in Hurricane-Affected Areas of Risks, Testing Options
September 4, 2012
Press Release: DCFS Extends 1-888-LAHELP-U Hours to 24/7 Due to DSNAP High Call Volume
September 4, 2012
Press Release: LDWF Closes a Portion of Coastal Waters Due to the Emergence of Oil on Adjacent Beaches
September 4, 2012
Press Release: DCFS Announces DSNAP Locations, Alphabetic Order of Service
September 4, 2012
Press Release: DEQ warns residents to exercise caution around floodwater
September 4, 2012
Press Release: State government offices to remain closed in St. John the Baptist and Plaquemines parishes Wednesday
September 4, 2012
Press Release: Gov. Jindal Holds Unified Command Group, Updates On State Response to Isaac
September 4, 2012
Press Release: Health Department Emphasizes Precautions Residents Should Take During Hurricane Cleanup
September 4, 2012
Press Release: LDWF Reopening Lake Ramsey WMA Sept. 4
September 4, 2012
Press Release: DCFS Receives Waiver to Allow Hot Foods to be Purchased with SNAP, DSNAP Cards
September 4, 2012
Press Release: DHH Continues Phasing Down Medical Special Needs Shelter Operations as Residents Return to their Communities
September 3, 2012
Press Release: Gov. Jindal Holds Unified Command Group, Updates On State Response to Isaac
September 3, 2012
Press Release: DOTD resumes ferry service at Edgard/Reserve
September 3, 2012
Press Release: CCCD resumes ferry service at Chalmette; Algiers still without power
September 3, 2012
Press Release: As More Residents Return Home, Health Officials Emphasize Heat Stroke Risk
September 3, 2012
Press Release: Louisiana requests $3.4 million for cleanup jobs assistance
September 3, 2012
Press Release: Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Approved for Nine Parishes Following Hurricane Isaac
September 3, 2012
Press Release: Louisiana Schools Open Tuesday
September 3, 2012
Press Release: Louisiana Residents Affected by Isaac Can Apply for Temporary Housing Assistance
September 2, 2012
Press Release: DOTD has cleared debris from all state roadways
September 2, 2012
Press Release: Louisiana Workforce Commission sends teams to help evacuees at shelters in North Louisiana
September 2, 2012
Press Release: Interstate 10 open from Baton Rouge to New Orleans
September 2, 2012
Press Release: DHH Phases Down Medical Special Needs Shelter Operations as Residents Return to their Communities
September 2, 2012
Press Release: DNR Fuel Team Provides Fuel Station Listings
September 2, 2012
PHOTO RELEASE: DCFS and LWC Heads Tour Shelter
September 2, 2012
PHOTO RELEASE: Ongoing Flood Conditions in Southeastern Louisiana
September 2, 2012
PHOTO RELEASE: Pearl River Lock #2 in St. Tammany Parish
September 2, 2012
Press Release: State Deploys Resources to St. Tammany to Assist with Evacuation Efforts
September 2, 2012
Press Release: Disaster Unemployment Assistance available for victims of Hurricane Isaac
September 1, 2012
Press Release: Louisiana Requests DSNAP Benefits for Four More Parishes
September 1, 2012
Press Release: More Louisiana Residents Now Eligible for Post-Isaac Recovery Assistance from FEMA
September 1, 2012
Press Release: DEQ encourages residents to dispose of storm debris
September 1, 2012
Press Release: Health Department Issues Comprehensive List of Water Systems Under Boil Advisory following Hurricane Isaac
September 1, 2012
Press Release: DHH Urges Residents to Protect Themselves from West Nile Virus during Hurricane Isaac Recovery
September 1, 2012
Press Release: DOTD reopens Interstate 10 from Baton Rouge to New Orleans, with lane restrictions due to flood water in LaPlace
September 1, 2012
Press Release: Local Isaac Relief Volunteers Still Urgently Needed, Reminded to Register First
September 1, 2012
Press Release: State Reopened Some Louisiana Oyster Beds Today
September 1, 2012
Press Release: State Department of Agriculture and Forestry Updates Efforts in Aftermath of Hurricane Isaac
September 1, 2012
Press Release: Health Officials Warn Residents to Be Careful of Heat-Related Illnesses While Cleaning Up Storm Debris
September 1, 2012
Press Release: LDWF Advises Residents to Remain Alert for Wildlife Displaced by Flooding
August 31, 2012
Press Release: State of Louisiana Requests Federal Aid for an Additional 18 Parishes
August 31, 2012
Press Release: Louisiana Requests Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Benefits for Five Parishes after Hurricane Isaac
August 31, 2012
PHOTO RELEASE: Aerial Photos of Flooding in Grand Isle due to Hurricane Isaac
August 31, 2012
Press Release: Louisiana Workforce Commission Web Site Back Up
August 31, 2012
Press Release: LDWF Wildlife Management Areas and Refuges Reopening Sept. 1, Habitat Damage Assessment Continues
August 31, 2012
PHOTO RELEASE: Aerial Photos of Louisiana Flooding from Hurricane Isaac
August 31, 2012
Press Release: Elmer's Island to Remain Closed
August 31, 2012
Press Release: Office of Conservation Oversees Resumption of Drilling at Texas Brine Site
August 31, 2012
All Louisiana Workforce Commission systems down
August 31, 2012
Press Release: Plaquemine ferry returns to service, White Castle and Edgard/Reserve remain closed
August 30, 2012
Press Release: LDWF Confirms Alligator Harvest Season Opening Sept. 1 in East Zone, Sept. 5 in West Zone
August 30, 2012
Press Release: Health Department Issues Comprehensive List of Water Systems Under Boil Advisory following Hurricane Isaac
August 30, 2012
Press Release: Louisiana National Guard Opening Sites to Provide Food, Water, Supplies to Residents in Storm-Affected Communities
August 30, 2012
Press Release: Agriculture and Forestry Continues Response to Isaac
August 30, 2012
PHOTO RELEASE: Photos of Louisiana Flooding from Hurricane Isaac
August 30, 2012
PHOTO RELEASE: Flood Waters in St. John the Baptist Parish
August 30, 2012
UPDATED: State government offices to remain closed in 16 Louisiana parishes Friday, reopening in all others
August 30, 2012
PHOTO RELEASE: LDWF Agents Rescue More Than 1,500 in Aftermath of Hurricane Isaac
August 30, 2012
PHOTO RELEASE: International Levee Breach in Plaquemines Parish to Help Drain Flood Waters
August 30, 2012
Press Release: Call 2-1-1 to Locate Loved Ones at State-Run Shelters
August 30, 2012
Strain: Hire only licensed arborists to work on storm-damaged trees
August 30, 2012
Press Release: DOTD reopens all state routes in East Baton Rouge, East Feliciana and Pointe Coupee parishes
August 30, 2012
Press Release: DOTD announces priority routes for Tangipahoa Parish
August 30, 2012
Press Release: State Issues Boil Advisories in Response to Hurricane Isaac
August 30, 2012
Media Advisory: Tangipahoa Residents Should Call 2-1-1 for Latest Sheltering and Evacuation Information
August 30, 2012
Press Release: DOTD announces open routes for drivers traveling to New Orleans
August 29, 2012
Press Release: State Issues Additional Boil Advisories in Response to Hurricane Isaac
August 29, 2012
Press Release: State Issues Boil Advisories in Response to Hurricane Isaac
August 29, 2012
Governor Jindal Holds Unified Command Group Meeting, Updates on Storm Response
August 29, 2012
Press Release: State government offices to remain closed statewide Thursday
August 29, 2012
Press Release: DOTD reminds motorists to use the 511 Traveler Information System for road closure information
August 29, 2012
Press Release: Health Department Reminds Residents to Be Aware of West Nile Virus Threat, Take Precautions
August 29, 2012
Press Release: State Health Department Offers Safety Tips to Prevent Injuries, Accidents during Storm Cleanup
August 29, 2012
Press Release: Debit Card Fees Waived This Week For Unemployment Claimants, Some DCFS Program Recipients
August 29, 2012
Press Release: DOTD announces priority routes for south Louisiana during Hurricane Isaac
August 28, 2012
State Officials Ask Residents to Report Oil, Oily Material or Oiled Debris
August 28, 2012
State government offices to close statewide Wednesday
August 28, 2012
LDWF Closes Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge in Cameron Parish
August 28, 2012
Press Release: September SNAP Benefits to be Issued Early to Assist Those Impacted by Isaac
August 28, 2012
Governor Jindal Outlines Preparations, Urges Federal Government to Issue Full Disaster Declaration
August 28, 2012
Governor Jindal Issues Executive Order Outlining Emergency Procedures for Conducting State Business
August 28, 2012
Governor Bobby Jindal Issues Executive Order on the Use of State Vehicles to Transport Non-State Employees During an Emergency
August 28, 2012
Press Release: Gov. Jindal Issues Health-Focused Executive Orders to Aid Isaac Response
August 28, 2012
Press Release: EPA Grants Louisiana Partial Fuel Waiver Request
August 28, 2012
Press Release: State of Louisiana Requests Title 32 Designation for up to 8,000 Members of Louisiana National Guard
August 28, 2012
Higher Education Prepares for Isaac
August 27, 2012
DEQ Requests Fuel Waiver from EPA in Advance of Isaac
August 27, 2012
State Closes Louisiana Oyster Beds in Advance of Isaac
August 27, 2012
Office of Conservation Issues Order for Operators to Take Precautionary Steps
August 27, 2012
LDWF Reminds Residents to Report Tropical Storm Isaac-Related Fish Kills
August 27, 2012
Residents Urged to Use Caution when Operating Generators
August 27, 2012
Gov. Jindal: Today is Day to Take Precautions, Evacuate
August 27, 2012
Price Gouging Law in Effect Following State of Emergency Declaration
August 27, 2012
Storm Prep: Protect tax records and financial documents during emergencies
August 26, 2012
Press Release: Gov. Jindal Urges Louisianians to Get Prepared for Tropical Storm Isaac, Encourages Voluntary Evacuations in Hurricane Watch Areas
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August 26, 2012
Executive Proclamation: Governor Bobby Jindal Declares State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Isaac
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August 24, 2012
Press Release: GOHSEP Crisis Action Team Monitoring Tropical Storm Isaac
June 25, 2012
Press Release: STATE AGENCIES OUTLINE RESPONSE TO T.S. DEBBY
June 23, 2012
Press Release: STATE MONITORS TROPICAL STORM DEBBY
March 23, 2012
Executive Proclamation: STATE OF EMERGENCY - SEVERE WEATHER AND FLOODING
March 22, 2012
Press Release: UPDATE: STATE AGENCY RESPONSE TO SEVERE WEATHER
March 21, 2012
Press Release: STATE AGENCIES RESPOND TO SEVERE WEATHER
March 20, 2012
Press Release: LOUISIANA BRACES FOR MORE SEVERE WEATHER
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