Lafourche Parish was the direct landfall point of Hurricane Ida in 2021, which made landfall at Port Fourchon as a Category 4 storm. The parish is one of the most geographically vulnerable in the US — its southern communities sit on disappearing barrier islands and coastal marshland that is subsiding into the Gulf of Mexico. Port Fourchon is a critical hub for offshore oil and gas operations.
// Preparedness Recommendations
- Evacuation routes inland should be identified in advance.
- Store at least 72 hours of food and water.
- Elevate critical belongings above flood level.
- Have backup power ready in case of grid failure.
// Recommended Supplies
Essential gear for power outages, severe weather, and emergency situations in your area.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 9 / 10 Critical Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Storm Surge |
| Secondary Hazard | Coastal Erosion |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone VE (Critical Risk) |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 65 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Ida (2021) |
| Event Frequency | Major event every 3–4 years |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (985) 449-4430 |
| Emergency Shelters | 12 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | US-90 West, US-308 North, LA-24 North |
// County Profile
| County | Lafourche Parish LA |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| Population | 98,214 |
| Area | 1472 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Zone VE (Critical Risk) |
// Major Cities
// Cities in This County
// Other Louisiana Counties
// Nearby Infrastructure Risks
Critical infrastructure facilities within or near this area that could affect civilian safety during emergencies, conflict, or infrastructure failures.
Infrastructure risk data is for emergency preparedness awareness. Facility locations are publicly known. Always follow official emergency guidance.