New Iberia sits in the heart of Cajun Country on the Bayou Teche with hurricane exposure and proximity to Avery Island — home to Tabasco sauce production and massive underground salt domes used for strategic petroleum and natural gas storage. The chemical and petroleum infrastructure of the broader Iberia Parish creates industrial hazard alongside the recurring hurricane and inland flooding threat from Gulf storm systems.
// 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 | 7 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Chemical / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | High |
| County FEMA Declarations | 9 |
| Last Major Event | Laura 2020 / Delta 2020 |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 337-369-2420 |
| Evacuation Routes | US-90 LA-14 LA-83 LA-318 |
| Elevation | 20 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Iberia Parish LA
Louisiana · Hurricane / Storm Surge
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7/10
High Risk