Emergency Preparedness
what do we do?
The Emergency Preparedness Department manages all emergency planning for Lafourche Parish. We work to make sure our community can respond to and recover from any emergency. This includes natural disasters, industrial accidents, and other unexpected events.
Our Emergency Preparedness Department is here to serve and protect the people of Lafourche Parish. By staying informed and working together, we can face any emergency with confidence.
Keeping the Community Safe
Our team creates practical plans to protect lives and property if disasters happen. We want everyone in Lafourche Parish to stay safe. By preparing in advance, we help reduce the impact of emergencies on our community.
Working with Partners
We coordinate with local, state, and federal partners before, during, and after all emergencies. This teamwork allows us to direct resources where they are needed most. By working together, we can save lives, protect property, and help our community recover faster.
Informing & Protecting the Public
Keeping you informed during emergencies is a top priority. We share important information through news updates, social media, and community alerts. Our goal is to make sure everyone knows what to do and where to go when an emergency happens.
Always Ready to Respond
We are committed to ensuring that Lafourche Parish can handle any emergency. Our team conducts training exercises and drills to stay prepared. We also review and update our plans regularly to keep up with new challenges.
staff
Office of Homeland Security—
Chris Boudreaux
Director
Eric Benoit
Assistant Director
Claire T. Yates
Office Assistant
