Helpful Information for Hurricane Isaac

In the aftermath of Hurricane Isaac, it is vital that we provide assistance for those most impacted.  Access to front-line agencies must be preserved in this endeavor.

My Baton Rouge office is available to assist those who experience problems with FEMA, the National Flood Insurance Program and other agencies. On FEMA, if you need to file an Individual Assistance claim with them, you should first call 1-800-621-FEMA (3362).  FEMA specialists will walk you through the claims process.  Residents in 16 parishes are currently eligible for such assistance, including Ascension, Livingston and St. Helena in the Sixth Congressional District.  You can also learn more at www.disasterassistance.gov.  Please contact my office if you experience difficulties with this process.

You should also monitor the FEMA twitter feed for up-to-date information on the storm's aftermath and the Governor’s Office for Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness for further information.  More links and phone numbers to help you recover from the storm are also below

A list of statewide aid distribution points managed by GOHSEP and the Louisiana National Guard are below.  A list of parish homeland security office phone numbers in the Sixth Congressional District can be utilized in case of an emergency.  Finally, the hurricane preparedness checklist at the end of this page can help you prepare for the next storm.

Finally, I am committed to doing my part.  My Baton Rouge office can be reached at (225) 929-7711.  Please call if you need any information or assistance.  Together, we will persevere through Isaac and other hurricanes that impact Louisiana.  God bless you and your family.

Important Links and Phone Numbers

Louisiana Emergency Information

Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (225-925-7500)

FEMA

National Hurricane Center

National Weather Service

Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals (225-342-9500)

American Red Cross

American Red Cross Shelter List

Public Assistance/Disaster Recovery (225-242-6000)

*Please note that the Designated Louisiana Emergency Communications Channels for the Capital Area are 1150 AM WJBO and 102.5 FM WFMF.

Parish Homeland Security/Emergency Preparedness Offices

Ascension: (225) 621-8360

East Baton Rouge: (225) 389-2100

East Feliciana: (225) 683-1014

Iberville: (225) 687-5140

Livingston: (225) 686-3066

Pointe Coupee: (225) 694-3737

St. Helena: (225) 222-3544

West Baton Rouge: (225) 346-1577

West Feliciana: (225) 635-6428

* Additional parish homeland security offices can be found here.

Aid Distribution Centers (from GOHSEP and Louisiana National Guard)

Assumption Parish

• Assumption Leblanc Payless Spur 70, 260 Hwy. 70 Spur, Plattenville, LA

Iberville Parish

•  Bayou Sorrel Fire Department, 33275 Hwy. 75, Plaquemine, LA


•  White Castle Community Center, 32711 Bowie St., White Castle, LA

Jefferson Parish

•  Alario Center, 2000 Segnette Blvd., Westwego, LA


•  Butch Duhe Playground, 1710 10th St., Kenner, LA


•  First Parish Court, 920 David Dr., Metairie, LA


•  Grand Isle Fire Department, 2757 Louisiana 1, Grand Isle, LA


•  Harahan City Hall, 6437 Jefferson Hwy., Harahan, LA


•  Helen Cox High School, 2200 Lapalco Blvd., Harvey, LA


•  Lafitte Town Hall, 2654 Jean Lafitte Blvd., Lafitte, LA


•  Zephyr Stadium, 6000 Airline Hwy., Metairie, LA

Lafourche Parish

•  Lafourche Ag Center, 101 Texas St., Raceland, LA


•  Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church, 723 N. Bayou Dr., Golden Meadow, LA


•  Thibodaux Family Church, 785 N. Canal Blvd., Thibodaux, LA


•  Victory Life Church, 1200 Crescent Ave., Lockport, LA

Orleans Parish

•  Joe Brown Park Type III, 5291 Read Blvd., New Orleans, LA


•  MEPS Type III, 4400 Dauphine St., New Orleans, LA


•  Skelly Park Type III, 730 Vesparian Blvd., New Orleans (Algiers), LA

Plaquemines Parish

•  Idle Wild Estates, 11422 Hwy. 23, Plaquemines Parish, LA

St. Bernard Parish

•  Chalmette POD, 8333 W. Judge Perez Dr., Chalmette, LA


•  Gauthier School, 1200 Hwy. 46, St. Bernard, LA

St. James Parish

•  Eastbank-4, Sacred Heart Church, 615 E. Main St., Gramercy, LA


•  Primary Eastbank-2, Romeville Senior Center, 8188 Romeville St., Convent, LA


•  Westbank-3, 7248 Park St., St. James, LA


•  Westbank-5, 3125 Valcour Aime St., Vacherie, LA

St. John the Baptist Parish

•  Courthouse, 2398 Hwy. 18, Edgard, LA


•  East St. John Elementary School, 400 Ory Dr., LaPlace, LA


•  Fifth Ward Elementary School, 158 Panther Dr., Reserve, LA


•  Garyville/Mount Airy Math & Science Magnet School, 240 LA 54, Mount Airy, LA


•  Leon Godchaux School, 1880 Hwy. 44, Reserve, LA

Terrebonne Parish

•  Houma Civic Center, 346 Civic Center Blvd., Houma, LA

Emergency Preparedness Checklist (from GOHSEP)

Make sure you have the following items for your home emergency kit

• Flashlight


• Extra batteries


• Bottled water (At least three gallons of water per person)


• Battery-powered radio


• Battery-powered lantern


• First aid kit and essential medications (prescription medications) and list of medications for each person


• Form of identification


• Evacuation route maps


• Canned food and non-electric can opener


• Special items for infants, elderly or disabled family members


• Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables


• High energy foods – peanut butter, jelly, crackers, etc.


• Vitamins


• Utility knife, shut off wrench and pliers


• Tape


• Compass


• Paper and pencils


• Extra pair of glasses and sunglasses


• Plastic sheeting


• Soap


• Personal items


• Plastic garbage bag and ties


• Pet food


• Protective clothing, rainwear


• Clothing and bedding, a change of clothes, footwear and a sleeping bag or bedroll and pillow for each household member


• Car keys and keys to the place you may be going (friend’s or relative’s home)


• Written instructions on how to turn off electricity, gas and water if authorities advise you to do so (Remember, you’ll need a professional to turn them back on)

• Driver’s license or personal identification


• Social Security card


• Proof of residence (deed or lease)


• Insurance policies


• Birth and marriage certificates


• Stocks, bonds and other negotiable certificates


• Wills, deeds and copies of recent tax returns