Moderate Risk Louisiana  ·  Hurricane / Mississippi River Flooding

Assumption Parish LA

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & DISASTER RISK PROFILE  ·  LAST UPDATED: Mar 2026

7/ 10
Threat Score
Population
22
Area
339
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Hurricane / Mississippi River Flooding
FEMA Disasters
8
federally declared

Assumption Parish LA in Louisiana faces hurricane / mississippi river flooding risk across its 339 square mile area. Napoleonville serves this south Louisiana parish between Baton Rouge and Houma. Assumption serves as the county seat and regional emergency coordination hub.

// 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 Score 7 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Hurricane / Mississippi River Flooding
Secondary Hazard Tornado
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 8
Last Major Event Ida 2021
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (985) 369-7435
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Assumption Parish LA
State Louisiana (LA)
Population 22
Area 339 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

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