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Emergency Hurricane Information

FEMA has announced that they will fund relocation for citizens displaced by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Click here for more information!

Louisiana’s 2nd District Hurricane Center

As we continue rebuilding in the face of yearly hurricane seasons, it is essential to have as much information as possible as it pertains to current weather threats. For up to date notification about possible weather systems threatening our area please refer to the National Hurricane Center or the Times Picayune. The National Hurricane Center also has information about how to be prepared for hurricane season, click here, and further details about how to be ready can be obtained at ReadyAmerica. We also encourage you to Get a Gameplan!

For any questions you may have about flooding, flood insurance or how to protect your home from flood you can visit FloodSmart to get the most up-to-date information. Please do remember as well that there is a 30-day period before a flood insurance policy becomes active.

For information during hurricane emergencies, you may also contact my office TOLL FREE at 1-866-498-6161.
Recovery

We are still picking up the pieces and starting over after a devastating 2005 hurricane season. We are pushing forward and refusing to let our troubles define our fair city. As we rebuild, below are some links that might be of some help in our recovery:

For news involving Hurricane Katrina and the recovery process please visit Katrina Recovery and FEMA Gulf Coast Recovery Office.
Relatives and loved ones who are struggling to cope with the devastation of the disaster and loss of life can contact their local American Red Cross to speak with a Disaster Mental Health volunteer.