St. Landry Parish LA in Louisiana faces tornado / flash flooding risk across its 924 square mile area. Opelousas serves this south-central Louisiana parish in the Cajun heartland. St. Landry 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.
- Emergency Food Supplies
- Water Filtration & Storage
- Backup Generator
- Solar Backup Power
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// 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 | Laura 2020 |
| Event Frequency | Annual |
// Emergency Operations
| Emergency Mgmt Phone | (337) 948-7671 |
| Emergency Shelters | 3 designated facilities |
| Evacuation Routes | State and US highways |
// County Profile
| County | St. Landry Parish LA |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| Population | 83 |
| Area | 924 sq miles |
| FEMA Region | Moderate |
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