No travel trailer or mobile home – no matter how new it is – can be a safe shelter from storm force winds.

• FEMA travel trailers and mobile homes are the property of the federal government.
• FEMA travel trailers and mobile homes may not be moved.
• The unauthorized movement, and any resulting damage, to FEMA travel trailers or mobile homes may be prosecuted under federal law.
• The state encourages all travel trailer and mobile home residents to follow all guidance from parish emergency managers.
• State law allows for privately owned travel trailers and RV vehicles to be moved during evacuations.
• The State of Louisiana strongly urges those who must move their personal trailer or RV to do so before an evacuation order is given.
• Privately owned trailers over 8’6”wide, 75’ total length, and 13’6” total height will not be permitted in evacuation traffic in either a voluntary or mandatory evacuation.

IF PARISH OR STATE OFFICIALS TELL YOU TO EVACUATE

DURING A HURRICANE OR TROPICAL STORM WATCH OR WARNING

Any individual who lives in a travel trailer should pay close attention to radio and television reports to receive important information from local and state officials concerning hurricane precautions.

RADIO FREQUENCY SYSTEM

Louisiana Emergency Alert System

The following radio stations are key participants in the Louisiana Emergency Alert System. In the event of an emergency, these stations will broadcast emergency information.

Alexandria AM 970 (KSYL) AM 580 / FM 96.9 (KZMZ) FM 93.1 (KQUID) Baton Rouge AM 1150 (WJBO) FM 102.5 (WFMF) Crowley FM 102.9 (KAJN)

Lake Charles AM 1470 (KLCL) FM 99.5 (KHLA) New Orleans AM 870 (WWL) FM 101.9 (WLMG) Northeast AM 540 / FM 101.9 (KNOE)

Ruston AM 1490 FM 107.5 Shreveport AM 1130 / FM 94.5 (KWKH) Lafayette AM 1330 (KVOL) FM 99.9 (KTDY)

NOAA Weather Radio (NWR)
NOAA Weather Radio is a nationwide network of radio stations broadcasting continuous weather information direct from a nearby National Weather Service office. NWR broadcasts National Weather Service warnings, watches, forecasts and other hazardous information 24 hours a day.

SEVERE WEATHER TERMS TO KNOW...

Natural disasters most likely to occur in Louisiana, particularly in low-lying areas bordering the Gulf of Mexico, include hurricanes and flooding due to heavy rains. Residents should be familiar with several terms that describe severe weather conditions.

Storm Surge: An abnormal rise of the sea along a shore as the result, primarily, of the winds from a storm.

Watch: Adverse conditions are possible in the specified areas of the WATCH, usually within 36 hours. May be applied to thunderstorms, tornadoes, floods or hurricanes.

Warning: Adverse conditions are expected in the specified area of the WARNING, usually within 24 hours. May be applied to thunderstorms, tornadoes, floods or hurricanes.

MEASURING HURRICANE STRENGTH

Category 1: Minimal Damage. Winds 74-95 mph. Storm surge generally 4-5 feet above normal.

Category 2: Moderate Damage. Winds 96-110 mph. Storm surge generally 6-8 feet above normal.

Category 3: Extensive Damage. Winds 111-130 mph. Storm surge generally 9-12 feet above normal.

Category 4: Extreme Damage. Winds 131-155 mph. Storm surge generally 13-18 feet above normal.

Category 5: Catastrophic Damage. Winds greater than 155 mph. Storm surge generally greater than 18 feet above normal.

PUBLIC SHELTER INFORMATION

Shelters are operated by trained individuals and ensure that the safety, security and basic needs of its residents are met.

What to bring to a shelter?

• Change of clothing, blanket, and pillow for each family member.
• Your disaster supply kit, including food, medication, comfort items and special items for infant or elderly family members.

"Sheltering in place" is a precaution aimed at keeping citizens safe while remaining indoors. This is not the same thing as evacuating to a shelter and not recommended for hurricanes. When a "shelter-in-place" order is given by either local or state government, citizens within the affected area should take the following protective measures:

• Go indoors and close all windows.
• Turn off all sources of outside (i.e. air conditioners and ventilation fans/ducts).
• Remain indoors until notified that it is safe to move outdoors.
• Stay tuned to your local radio/television station to receive official notices.
• Limit telephone usage to emergency only. This is to prevent the telephone lines from being overloaded with non-emergency calls.

HOMELAND SECURITY ADVISORY SYSTEM

The Homeland Security Advisory System, established in March of 2002, is a tool used to describe threat conditions for a possible terrorist attack. A color-coded threat level system is used to communicate the five threat levels to the American public. Prepare your family for these types of emergencies by following the recommendations in this guide or visit www.ready.gov. For more information on Homeland Security advisories, visit the Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness link at www.ohsep.louisiana.gov/homeland/HSThreatAdvisory.htm.

WHAT TO DO DURING A CHEMICAL OR BIO-HAZARD RELEASE

If you must be outdoors...
Protect your breathing by covering your mouth and nose with a cloth of handkerchief.

If you are in your vehicle and can't get to a safe building...
1. Pull over to the side of the road.
2. Turn the engine off and close the windows and vents.
3. Listen to the radio regularly for updated advice, instructions and conditions.

PREPARING YOUR ANIMALS

Making plans for your family is extremely important. Don’t forget to plan for the animals in
your life, too!

• The location of your evacuation destination may or may not accept pets, so call ahead
  and check. Animal shelters will be set up in various parts of the state on an “as-needed”
  basis. The Louisiana Department of Agriculture & Forestry works year round with the
  Louisiana State Animal Response Team (LSART) to provide sheltering opportunities.
  Species-specific disaster preparedness advice is available at www.lsart.org.
  
  
• Create a disaster readiness kit for your animal that includes food, water, first aid
  supplies, feeding supplies and other items that are necessary to keep your animal
  comfortable for at least 3- 5 days.
  
  
• Remember, animal ownership is a responsibility! Be ready to take care of your whole
  family.
  

CALL 2-1-1 DISASTER INFORMATION

• 2-1-1 is an easy to remember phone number that connects callers to information about critical health and human services available in their community during crisis or any time.
  
  
• 2-1-1 responds immediately and directs callers to services most appropriate for their needs.
  
  
• For example, 2-1-1 can offer access to:

... and MUCH MORE!

2-1-1 works in Louisiana by...

• Call 2-1-1 from any landline and cellular phone in Louisiana.
• Staffed 24/7 with trained specialists to guide you to vital resources.
• Provides multilingual services and information for the hearing impaired.
• Maintains a computerized database of over 15,000 resources and services statewide.
• It is the largest comprehensive information and referral system in Louisiana, serving 64 parishes.

EMERGENCY SHELTER INFORMATION POINTS

Evacuation Area of State	Information Point Location	Address
Re-entry from Mississippi on U.S. 65 & U.S. 84	1. Tourist Welcome Center	U.S. 165 & U.S. 84, 1401 Cater Street, Vidalia, LA
Re-entry from Mississippi on I-20	2. Tourist Welcome Center	836 I-20 West, Tallulah, LA
From Southeast area on La. 1	3. Paragon Casino	Paragon Place, Marksville, LA
From Southeast / Central area on I-49	4. Sammy's Truck Stop	I-49, Exit 53, 3601 LA 115 West, Bunkie, LA
From Southeast / Central areas U.S. 71	5. Med Express Office	7525 U.S. 71, Alexandria, LA
From Southeast / Southwest / Central areas on U.S. 171 & I-49	6. P.E. Gym LSU-Shreveport	One University Place, Shreveport, LA
From Southwest on U.S. 171	7. Pickering High School	180 Lebleu Rd., Leesville, LA
From Southwest / Central areas on U.S. 165	8. Tourist Information Center	8904 U.S. 165, Oberlin, LA
From Southeast area on La. 1	9. Maddie's Truck Plaza	15972 La. 1, Simmesport, LA

FAMILY COMMUNICATIONS PLAN

Setting up a family communications plan ahead of time will help make sure you and your family can connect as easily and quickly as possible.

• Designate an individual outside of the state to serve as a family point of contact. (After a disaster, it's often easier to call out-of-state than within the affected area.)
  
  
• Make sure that all family members know who this person is and how to contact him/her.
  
  
• After a disaster or evacuation, all family members should make contact with the designated individual. Try choosing a certain time for everyone to check in.

AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION

American Red Cross www.preparelouisiana.redcross.org	(866) GET-INFO or (866) 438-4636
Acadiana Chapter (Lafayette)	(337) 234-7371
Central Louisiana Chapter (Alexandria)	(318) 442-6621
Louisiana Capital Area Chapter (Baton Rouge)	(225) 291-4533
Northeast Louisiana Chapter (Monroe)	(318) 323-5141
Northwest Louisiana Chapter (Shreveport)	(318) 865-9545
Southeast Louisiana Chapter (Greater New Orleans)	(800) 229-8191
Southeast Louisiana Chapter (Greater New Orleans)	(800) 229-8191
Southeast Louisiana Chapter (Greater New Orleans)	(800) 229-8191
Southwest Louisiana Chapter (Lake Charles)	(337) 478-5122
St. Bernard Parish Chapter	(504) 278-4228
Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development www.dotd.louisiana.gov	Customer Service Center (225) 379-1232, toll-free (877) 4LADOTD or (877) 452-3683
Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness www.ohsep.louisiana.gov	(225) 925-7500
Louisiana State Police www.lsp.org	All areas dial *LSP (*577) from a cellular phone
Road Closure Information	(800) 469-4828
Troop A (Baton Rouge)	(800) 969-2059
Troop B (Kenner)	(800) 964-8076
Troop C (Gray)	(800) 659-5907
Troop D (Lake Charles)	(888) 225-5577
Troop E (Alexandria)	(800) 256-4160
Troop F (Monroe)	(866) 292-8320
Troop G (Bossier City)	(866) 853-6580
Troop I (Lafayette)	(888) 768-8746
Troop L (Covington)	(888) 339-8659
Louisiana Department of Social Services www.dss.state.la.us
Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals www.dhh.state.la.us
Louisiana Attorney General www.ag.state.la.us
Hurricane Hotline	(866) 351-4889
Fair Housing Hotline	(800) 273-5718
Fair Housing Hotline	(800) 273-5718
Investigations	(800) 488-2770
Consumer Hotline	(888) 799-6885
U.S. Department of Agriculture and Forestry www.ldaf.state.la.us
National Weather Service www.srh.noaa.gov

LOUISIANA EMERGENCY EVACUATION MAP

Click on the map below to open a printable version of the emergency evacuation map.

For more information or for extra copies of the Louisiana Citizen Awareness & Disaster Evacuation Guide, please contact:

TOGETHER WE PREPARE
1-800-469-4828

American Red Cross
1-800-229-8191

Governor’s Office of Homeland Security
& Emergency Preparedness
1-225-925-7500

For more information, contact St. Charles Parish Public Information Officer Renee C. Allemand at (985) 784-5000 or rallemand@stcharlesgov.net.