Lafourche Parish Shelters

Lafourche Parish Shelters will open at Noon on 8/28/2021. The two shelters will be Central Lafourche High School (4820 LA-1, Raceland, LA 70394) and Thibodaux High School (1355 Tiger Dr, Thibodaux, LA 70301). Temperatures will be checked upon entry, and a mask must be worn while inside the facility. Anyone bringing pets must have them in their own crate to be placed in a sperate part of the shelter. Also, remember to bring and prepare the following. 

Unvaccinated residents WILL be allowed to enter the shelter. If you show signs of COVID-19 you will be staged in a separate area away from other residents to limit possible spread.


  • Non-perishable food (enough to last at least three-five days)
  • Mobile rechargeable battery packs
  • Water (enough to last at least three-five days)
  • First-aid kit (include any prescription medication you may need)
  • Personal hygiene items and sanitation items
  • Flashlights (have extra batteries on hand)
  • Battery operated radio (again, have extra batteries)
  • Waterproof container with cash and important documents
  • Manual can opener
  • Books, magazines, games for recreation
  • Special needs items: pet supplies and baby supplies if applicable
  • A plan for evacuation and for if family members are separated