Moderate Risk Louisiana  ·  Oil / Flooding / Hurricane

Jennings LA

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LOUISIANA

5 / 10
Threat Score
Population
9670
Elevation
34
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Oil / Flooding / Hurricane
County FEMA Disasters
federally declared

Jennings Louisiana is the parish seat of Jefferson Davis Parish in the heart of Louisiana's oil and gas producing region. The city sits in the coastal plain and is vulnerable to Gulf Coast hurricane flooding. The surrounding region produces significant oil and gas from the Louisiana Gulf Coast basin. Jefferson Davis Parish emergency management coordinates with the oil and gas industry on spill and release response protocols.

// 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.

// Risk Intelligence

Threat Score5 / 10   Moderate
Primary HazardOil / Flooding / Hurricane
FEMA Flood Zone
County FEMA Declarations
Last Major Event

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone 337-821-5508
Elevation34 ft above sea level