Westlake Louisiana sits on the Calcasieu River adjacent to Lake Charles and hosts a massive industrial complex including Sasol's chemical operations, Entergy's generating station, and proximity to the Calcasieu Pass LNG export terminal. Calcasieu Parish was devastated by two hurricanes in 2020 — Laura and Delta — which caused catastrophic damage to the industrial infrastructure. The chemical and LNG facility concentration makes Westlake one of the most industrially hazardous communities on the Gulf Coast.
// 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
* We may earn a commission from qualifying purchases.
// Risk Intelligence
| Threat Score | 8 / 10 High |
| Primary Hazard | Chemical / LNG / Hurricane / Flooding |
| FEMA Flood Zone | — |
| County FEMA Declarations | — |
| Last Major Event | — |
// Emergency Information
| Emergency Phone | 337-433-1633 |
| Elevation | 17 ft above sea level |