Be Prepared and Plan for the 2025 Hurricane Season

With the 2025 hurricane season rapidly approaching, Troopers urge everyone to prepare and plan before a potentially dangerous storm arrives.

Atlantic hurricane season lasts from June 1st through November 30th. Although the potential for storm surge and tidal flooding is primarily a concern for South Louisiana residents. Other hurricane effects, such as high winds, tornados, and heavy rainfall with flooding may affect residents throughout our state.

A lack of awareness and preparation is common in all major hurricane disasters. Know your vulnerabilities and what steps you should take to help reduce the effects of a hurricane disaster.

Understand Warnings

· Hurricane Watch: Conditions are possible in your area, usually within 36 hours.

· Hurricane Warning: Conditions are expected in your area, usually within 24 hours.

Evacuation Tips

· If advised to evacuate by authorities, do so promptly.

· Create a family communications plan—designate a contact outside the storm area.

· Pack emergency supplies: water, food, protective clothing, blankets, or sleeping bags.

· Secure your home: unplug appliances, shut off electricity and water, and secure loose outdoor items.

Before the Storm

· Monitor local news for updates.

· Check and restock your emergency kit.

· Fuel up your vehicle.

· Board up windows and secure outdoor furniture.

· Set refrigerators/freezers to the coldest settings.

· Store safe drinking water.

· Review your evacuation plan.

After the Storm

· Tune in to local radio or TV for guidance from state and local officials.

· Return home only after authorities advise that it is safe to do so.

For a complete list of storm preparation guidelines, visit the LA Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness “Get a Game Plan” website at https://getagameplan.org/ and download the FEMA smartphone application to access important safety tips on what to do before, during, and after a hurricane.

Additional sources of information can be found at the below websites:

http://gohsep.la.gov/

http://lsp.org/

https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/general-pet-care/disaster-preparedness

https://www.louisiana211.org/

https://511la.org/

To report stalled vehicles or unsafe roadway conditions, dial *LSP (*577) from your cell phone to reach the Louisiana State Police Troop location closest to you. For road closure information, persons may dial 511 from any telephone (cellular or landline) or visit www.511LA.org.

Contact Information:
TFC Ryan Davis
Louisiana State Police
Public Affairs Section
Office: (318) 345-2810
[email protected]