Thibodaux sits in Lafourche Parish on Bayou Lafourche in the rapidly sinking Louisiana coastal zone, where land subsidence and sea level rise are combining to increase flood vulnerability faster than infrastructure can adapt. The city is a hub for the offshore oil and gas industry serving the Gulf of Mexico. Major hurricanes tracking through the Atchafalaya Basin regularly bring severe wind and flooding to this part of south-central Louisiana.
// 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
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- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 8 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Hurricane / Subsidence / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone VE (Critical Risk) |
| County FEMA Declarations | 65 |
| Last Major Event | Hurricane Ida (2021) |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 985-446-7201 |
| Evacuation Routes | US-90 West, US-308 North, LA-24 North |
| Elevation | 12 ft above sea level |
// County Risk Profile
Lafourche Parish LA
Louisiana · Hurricane / Storm Surge
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9/10
Critical Risk