As Harvey was emerging into the Gulf, one south Louisiana man's storm anxiety level was off the charts. Then he went to a sandbag location and gained a new perspective.
The state has scheduled this year's Sales Tax Holiday for Hurricane Preparedness Supplies. Qualified items will receive a 2% exemption from the 5% state tax.
Law enforcement officers, firefighters, and all emergency responders will be the guests of honor during an appreciation ceremony and parade to kick off Hurricane Awareness Day Saturday at the Lake Charles Civic Center. With the recent death of Senior Trooper Steven Vincent in the line of duty and several other law enforcement officials, the event is sure to hold even more significance for the hono
Calcasieu Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness officials, advise citizens to be prepared for potential flooding over the next few days.
The Calcasieu Parish Police Jury and Office of Emergency Preparedness are preparing a 5 p.m. press conference. We'll keep you update with any news as it comes -- keep checking back for updates.