Louisiana First Alert

We will be updating information related to post-Laura recovery and other headlines regarding the rebuilding of SWLA, including resources for assistance and answers to common questions.

State of Louisiana Hurricane Laura Updates
Power Outage Map (Louisiana Public Service Commission)
FEMA – Hurricane Laura Resources
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FEMA Moving Temporary Housing into Storm Damaged Louisiana

Affected residents can apply through the FEMA website for temporary housing while their primary dwelling is being repaired.

Bruce Mikells

State Rep. Wilford Carter Lets FEMA Have It

Carter says the Hurricane Laura response has been very disappointing, as they're not offering enough assistance or temporary housing like in the past.

Gina Cook

St. Patrick and Lake Area Hospitals Now Fully Operational

Good news. Progress continues in SWLA! Services like in-patient units, elective surgeries, behavioral, and more are now available at St. Pat and Lake Area.

Gina Cook

What's Open in Southwest Louisiana: September 23 Update

From free hot meals to groceries, gas, and vital supplies, find out what's open and who has what you need right now in Southwest Louisiana.

Kristian Bland

Mike Soileau

Buddy Russ

Laine Hardy Putting On Live Stream Concert to Help Storm Victims

American Idol champ and Louisiana native Laine Hardy felt a strong calling to give back in some way. That way will be through a live stream show this Monday, September 28th to help out.

Jude Walker

Sacred Heart of Jesus Passing Out Free Food and Supplies

Sacred Heart will be passing out boxes of food, new shoes, and supplies at the church every Saturday in September and October starting at 11:00am.

Gina Cook

What's Open in Southwest Louisiana: September 22 Update

From free hot meals to groceries, gas, and vital supplies, find out what's open and who has what you need right now in Southwest Louisiana.

Kristian Bland

Mike Soileau

Buddy Russ

Calcasieu Parish Curfew Extended To New Hours

Calcasieu Parish officials announced during a press conference yesterday they have extended the curfew hours of the parish.

Mikey O

Videos Show Houston Highway Closed Due To High Water From TS Beta

Tropical Storm Beta is already causing a mess in the Houston area.

DJ Digital

Hurricane Center Monitoring New System in the Gulf

There's a new tropical trouble spot brewing in the southeastern Gulf of Mexico this morning. Forecasters are monitoring it for development.

Bruce Mikells

Beauregard Electric Says 80% of Their Customers Are Powered

BECI took to their Facebook page today to announce they have restored power to 80% of their total customers in SWLA.

Mikey O

State of Emergency Declared Ahead of Beta, Some Waterways Closed

Waterways in several parishes were closed to recreational traffic at 11:00 am this morning, and will remain closed until further notice.

Stephanie Crist

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