National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts a normal hurricane season with the possibility of nine to 15 named storms in the Atlantic and 12 to 18 named storms in the Pacific Ocean.More >>
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicts a normal hurricane season with the possibility of nine to 15 named storms in the Atlantic and 12 to 18 named storms in the Pacific Ocean.More >>
One of the most dramatic, damaging, and potentially deadly events that occur in this country is a hurricane. The force of the wind alone can cause tremendous devastation.More >>
To prepare for a hurricane, you should take the following measures:
Make plans to secure your property. Permanent storm shutters offer the best protection for windows. A second option is to board up windowsMore >>
If a hurricane is likely in your area, you should:
Listen to the radio or TV for information.
Secure your home, close storm shutters, and secure outdoor objects or bring them indoors.
Turn off utilitiesMore >>
Floods are one of the most common hazards in the United States.More >>
Floods are one of the most common hazards in the United States. Flood effects can be local, impacting a neighborhood or community, or very large, affecting entire river basins and multiple states.More >>
To prepare for a flood, you should: Avoid building in a floodprone area unless you elevate and reinforce your home. Elevate the furnace, water heater, and electric panel if susceptible to flooding.More >>
If a flood is likely in your area, you should:
Listen to the radio or television for information.
Be aware that flash flooding can occur. If there is any possibility of a flash flood, move immediatelyMore >>
The following are guidelines for the period following a flood: Listen for news reports to learn whether the community's water supply is safe to drink. Avoid floodwaters; water may be contaminated byMore >>
LEARN ABOUT HURRICANESLearn About HurricanesMore>>
The ingredients for a hurricane include a pre-existing weather disturbance, warm tropical oceans, moisture, and relatively light winds aloft. If the right conditions persist long enough, they can combineMore >>
Don't know the difference between a watch and a warning? When exactly does a hurricane make landfall? Answer these questions and more in the Hurricane Glossary. More >>
What names are being used this year? How strong is a Category 2 hurricane? Find out how a hurricane starts, the dangers of a storm surge and much more. More >>
The intensity of a landfalling hurricane is expressed in terms of categories that relate wind speeds and potential damage. According to the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale , a Category 1 hurricane has More >>
When it comes to hurricanes, wind speeds do not tell the whole story. Hurricanes produce storm surges, tornadoes, and often the most deadly of all - inland flooding. More >>
Before A Storm Review your family plan or create one. Review your insurance coverage Clear loose and/or clogged rain gutters and downspouts. Keep trees and shrubbery trimmed of deadwood. LearnMore >>
Water - at least 1 gallon daily per person for 3 to 7 days Food - at least enough for 3 to 7 days non-perishable packaged or canned food / juices foods for infants or the elderly snack foods non-electricMore >>
Even in metro Baton Rouge, many people spent plenty of money after the hurricanes clearing the countless trees that fell. As a new hurricane season kicks off, some homeowners are rushing to get old orMore >>
Develop a family hurricane preparedness plan before an actual storm threatens your area. If your family hurricane preparedness plan includes evacuation to a safer location for any reason, it's important to follow your planned route. More >>
If you are HURRICANE AWARE you will be able to answer these three questions: 1. What are the Hurricane Hazards? Storm Surge , Marine Hazards , Tornadoes , High Winds , and Inland Flooding 2. What More >>
Learn more about the revised contraflow plan, a new phased evauation plan for south Louisiana, and how to keep your family safe during Hurricane Season by downloading the LA Citizen Awareness and Evacuation Guide. More >>
BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER A HURRICANEBefore, During and After a HurricaneMore>>
Allstate Insurance Company customers whose homes or automobiles have been damaged or destroyed by hurricane Katrina can contact Allstate through The Good Hands Network by calling their Allstate agent, dailing 1-800-54-STORM, or logging on at Allstate.com.More >>
Click here to find a wealth of hurricane information, including charts on the track of a storm plus text based tables of tracking information. You'll also find many historical hurricanes charted here.More >>
The Louisiana Office of Emergency Preparedness has a vast amount of important information available on disaster preparation ... click here for a direct connection to them, as well as other local area parish O.E.Ps. More >>
Governor's Office of Emergency Preparedness
Click here for phone numbers to every parish emergency office and all the latest news from the Louisiana Office of Emergency Preparedness.
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