It’s never too early to begin annual hurricane preparations. June 1 is the start of hurricane season, but you may want to take the first step in your preparations well before then. It might simply be to create or update your list of resources. Here are some to get you started.
Weather Tracking
General Hurricane Information
- www.louisiana211.org or call 2-1-1
- Preparation tips and plan coverage information – www.peopleshealth.com/hurricane
Emergency Help
- FEMA – www.disasterassistance.gov
or 1-800-621-3362 - www.emergency.louisiana.gov
- Call 9-1-1
Emergency Shelter
- Text “LASHELTER” to 898211
- FEMA Transitional Sheltering Assistance Hotel Locator – 1-800-621-3362 (TTY: 1-800-462-7585)
Food Assistance
- Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program – www.dcfs.la.gov/page/dsnap-registration or text “LADSNAP” to 898211
Mental Health
- Disaster Distress Helpline – 1-800-985-5990
- Suicide and Crisis Lifeline – Call or text 988
