Thursday, November 20, 2008

New On Acadiana First Alert
    Updates on Twitter
    Curfews Parish by Parish

     

    Most Requested Info
    Points of Distibution List
    People have been asking where the POD's are for the area. For the news story with the information,  click here.
    Disaster Food Stamp Info
    For details on the Disaster Food Stamp Program, including distribution locations and qualification requirements, click here.
    Disaster Food Stamp Application
    Food stamp application locations are a hot topic right now. There is a maximum number of accepted applications per day/per location, so be prepared to possibly be turned away. If the lines remain long, the DSS will extend the deadlines for application as needed. If you want to print an application and fill it out early, click here
    Utilities companies/Cox cable contact info
    For a list of area utility companies and websites, click here.
    FEMA Tarp Distribution Info
    The demand for tarps for roof protection has created the Blue Roof Program, for more details, click here.
    Weather Update

     

    Do You Have Info For Acadiana?

    If you have any relevant information in regards to the storm, including roads closed, power outages, businesses open, supplies, fuel or any other information that may be of interest to Acadiana, let us know and we'll spread the word. We need your phone number to verify the information given, thanks.

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     Storm Related Links
     
    Storm Preparedness
    Storm Maps
    Keep an eye on the storm with tracking maps and satellite imagery. To see what's out there, click here.
    Get A Game Plan
    When a hurricane strikes, will you be ready? It's critical that you are, for your safety and your family's. The key is to have a winning game plan. Click here for more.
    Emergency Phone Numbers
    For a list of emergency phone numbers, from the Governor's office down to the local sheriff's office, click here.
    Pre Storm Checklist
    The time to prepare for a hurricane is before there is one. For a list of items and ideas to think about before the storm, click here
    Wind Strength
    One of the most damaging elements during a storm is the wind. From the force it brings to the debris it carries with it, be prepared. Click for More
    Road Closures
    From debris to standing water, road closures are a fact of life during hurricane season. For a list of road closures around Acadiana, click here
    Evacuation Routes
    Know where to go when the storm comes your way. For a map of evacuation routes for South Lousiana as well as the updated Contraflow map, click here
    What's In a Name?
    For a complete list of storm names for the 2008 Hurricane Season, click here.