Moderate Risk Louisiana  ·  Tornado / Flash Flooding

Bossier Parish LA

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

6/ 10
Threat Score
Population
127
Area
869
sq miles
Primary Hazard
Tornado / Flash Flooding
FEMA Disasters
7
federally declared

Bossier Parish LA in Louisiana faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 869 square mile area. Bossier City hosts Barksdale AFB nuclear bombers and serves this northwest Louisiana parish. Bossier 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 6 / 10    Moderate Risk
Primary Hazard Tornado / Flash Flooding
Secondary Hazard Severe Storm
FEMA Flood Zone Moderate
Federally Declared Disasters 7
Last Major Event 2020 Tornado
Event Frequency Annual

// Emergency Operations

Emergency Mgmt Phone (318) 965-2329
Emergency Shelters 3 designated facilities
Evacuation Routes State and US highways

// County Profile

County Bossier Parish LA
State Louisiana (LA)
Population 127
Area 869 sq miles
FEMA Region Moderate

// Major Cities

Bossier City LA

// Cities in This County

// Other Louisiana Counties