Caddo Parish anchored by Shreveport in northwest Louisiana is within 25 miles of Barksdale Air Force Base — home of Air Force Global Strike Command and B-52 nuclear bombers — making it one of the most strategically proximate civilian counties to nuclear bomber operations. The Red River creates flooding risk and has repeatedly flooded Shreveport communities. The county faces moderate tornado risk. The Haynesville Shale natural gas industry creates industrial emergency planning considerations.
// 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 | 6 / 10 Moderate Risk |
| Primary Hazard | Tornado / Flash Flooding |
| Secondary Hazard | Nuclear Weapons Proximity |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Moderate |
| Federally Declared Disasters | 7 |
| Last Major Event | 2020 Tornado |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (318) 675-2150 |
| Emergency Shelters | 10 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | I-20 I-49 US-171 LA-1 |
// County Profile
| County | Caddo Parish LA |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| Population | 240 |
| Area | 919 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
// 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.