Winter Weather Resources

Winter Weather Update

With extremely cold temperatures, dangerous ice, and power outages, it’s important for Louisianans to remain safe and out of harm’s way. Governor Landry has issued a State of Emergency declaration and President Trump has approved a federal Emergency Declaration for Louisiana, indicating the seriousness of the situation and activating state and federal assistance.

North Louisiana has received significant ice, resulting in widespread power outages and damage. It is imperative to stay off the roads as much as possible with emergency crews engage in cleanup efforts.

My office has remained in communication with utility companies, first responders, and local officials throughout the storm. Safely restoring power continues to be the top priority as our crews work tirelessly in freezing conditions to restore service.

In addition to following your local TV and radio reports, you can find the latest emergency response information at emergency.louisiana.gov. Additionally, you can download the “LA Get a Game Plan” application on your mobile devices for real time access to alerts and notifications.

Entergy Resources

Entergy has begun opening customer information centers in some heavily impacted Northeast Louisiana communities. At these centers, residents can receive the latest outage updates, learn about available assistance programs, charge mobile devices, and speak directly with Entergy representatives.

  • West Monroe Community Center, 400 S. Fifth St., West Monroe — open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • Bastrop City Hall, 202 E. Jefferson Ave., Bastrop — open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
  • General Trass High School, 700 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Lake Providence — open Thursday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Entergy customers can also find outage information and estimated restoration times HERE.

Shelters and Warming Centers in the 5th Congressional District

You can find more information and additional warming center locations throughout Louisiana by clicking HERE.

  • Ascension Parish
    • Lemann Center (1100 Clay Street, Donaldsonville - opens Saturday at 3 p.m.)
    • River Region Art Gallery (320 E. Ascension Street, Gonzales - opens Saturday at 5 p.m.)
  • Bastrop Parish
    • Dotson Park Rec (201 Dotson St, Bastrop)
  • Concordia Parish
    • Concordia Parish Courthouse - bottom floor (4001 Carter St. #5, Vidalia)
    • Ridgecrest City Hall (116 Foster Dr., Ridgecrest)
    • Ferriday City Hall (1116 2nd St., Ferriday)
    • Clayton City Hall (101 Shady Ln., Clayton)
    • Monterey Sub-station (5867 Hwy. 129, Monterey)
  • East Baton Rouge Parish
    • Bluebonnet Regional Branch Library at 9200 Bluebonnet Boulevard
    • East Baton Rouge Parish Library Main Branch (7711 Goodwood Boulevard)
    • Eden Park Branch Library (5131 Greenwell Springs Road)
    • Fairwood Branch Library (12910 Old Hammond Highway)
    • Greenwell Springs Road Regional Branch Library (11300 Greenwell Springs Road)
    • Jones Creek Regional Branch Library (6222 Jones Creek Road)
    • The Salvation Army (7361 Airline Highway)
    • St. Vincent de Paul (220 Saint Vincent de Paul Drive)
    • Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center (4000 Gus Young Avenue)
  • Franklin Parish
    • Jack Hammon Community Center (801 Adams St, Winnsboro)
  • Madison Parish
    • Tallulah Community Center (800 N Beech St, Tallulah)
  • Morehouse Parish:
    • Dodson Park Gym (1019 Robinson Ave, Bastrop)
  • Ouachita Parish:
    • The Salvation Army (105 Hart Street, Monroe)
    • Liller Maddox Marbles Recreation Center (2950 Renwick Street, Monroe)
    • Hope House (341 Washington Street, West Monroe)
    • Hellfighters West Monroe (601 Smith St., Bawcomville)
    • The Rec at 7th Square (1802 N 7th Street, West Monroe)
  • St. Helena Parish:
    • 5th Ward Recreational District Multipurpose Building
  • Tangipahoa Parish:
    • Brown's Chapel Missionary Baptist Church (70427 Martin Luther King Drive, Tangipahoa)
    • Amite Community Center (101 West Chestnut Street, Amite)
    • Independence Police Department (580 West 5th Street, Independence)
    • Camp Living Waters (21230 Living Water Road, Loranger). A van transporting residents will depart at 2 p.m. on Sunday from the Racetrac on Highway 190 in Hammond.
  • Washington Parish:
    • Washington Parish Volunteer First District #2
    • Poplas Quarters Rec Center
    • Washington Parish Volunteer Fire District #1
  • West Carroll Parish:
    • Forest Fire Station (7916 Hwy 17, Forest)

Follow Directions from State and Local Officials

Throughout the storm, it is important to make sure you’re following updates from state and local officials. For the latest information and guidance, visit emergency.louisiana.gov.

Road Conditions and Traffic

Residents are advised to refrain from roads and highways in the event of snowfall. For the most up-to-date road conditions and traffic information, visit 511.la.org.

Resources for Farmers

If your farming operation has been impacted by the storm, visit farmers.gov to receive helpful information from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Additional Safety Tips:

  • Sign up for state and local emergency alerts from your local public safety officials. Download the FEMA App to receive real-time weather and emergency alerts for up to five different areas nationwide, send notifications to loved ones, locate emergency shelters in your area, get preparedness strategies and more. 
  • Never use generators indoors. Keep generators at least 20 feet from windows, doors and garages to avoid. Using generators indoors can cause carbon monoxide poisoning.
  • Do not use a gas stove, propane heater or oven to heat your home. If you are using a kerosene heater, use only water-clear 1-K grade kerosene. Never use gasoline.
  • Find more winter safety tips at Ready.gov.