High Risk Louisiana  ·  Chemical / LNG / Hurricane / Flooding

Moss Bluff LA

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LOUISIANA

7 / 10
Threat Score
Population
13000
Elevation
17
feet above sea level
Primary Hazard
Chemical / LNG / Hurricane / Flooding
County FEMA Disasters
federally declared

Moss Bluff Louisiana is a community in Calcasieu Parish adjacent to the massive Gulf Coast chemical and LNG industrial corridor. The area was severely impacted by Hurricanes Laura and Delta in 2020, which caused widespread destruction to the industrial infrastructure in the Lake Charles area. The Strategic Petroleum Reserve facilities are nearby at Sulphur. The concentration of LNG export capacity and chemical manufacturing in Calcasieu Parish makes this region critical US energy infrastructure.

// 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 Score7 / 10   High
Primary HazardChemical / LNG / Hurricane / Flooding
FEMA Flood Zone
County FEMA Declarations
Last Major Event

// Emergency Information

Emergency Phone 337-491-1200
Elevation17 ft above sea level

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