Louisiana Emergency Preparedness
Based on 76 FEMA disaster declarations, here is everything you need to know about preparing for emergencies in Louisiana.
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Risk Score
High
Top Threats in Louisiana
Hurricane (25 declarations)
Moderate Flood (25 declarations)
Moderate Severe Storm (15 declarations)
Moderate Tornado (4 declarations)
Low FEMA Disaster History
Louisiana has had 76 federal disaster declarations since tracking began.
Declarations by Type
Hurricane 25
Flood 25
Severe Storm 15
Tornado 4
Severe Ice Storm 2
Coastal Storm 2
Biological 1
Snowstorm 1
Toxic Substances 1
Recent Declarations
Hurricane Francine 2024-09-16
Hurricane Ida 2021-08-29
Severe Storms, Tornadoes, And Flooding 2021-06-02
Severe Winter Storms 2021-03-09
Hurricane Zeta 2021-01-12
Preparedness Tips for Louisiana
- ✓ Keep a hurricane kit stocked with at least 7 days of supplies during hurricane season (June through November)
- ✓ Know your evacuation zone and plan multiple routes out of town
- ✓ Install impact-resistant windows or keep plywood pre-cut for boarding up
- ✓ Store important documents in waterproof containers
Emergency Contacts
Recommended Gear
Generator
Power outages lasting days or weeks are common after hurricanes
Water Filtration
Storm surge and flooding can contaminate municipal water
Emergency Food Supply
Supply chains can be disrupted for extended periods