FEMA

The drive-thru assistance and mobile registration centers should reopen tomorrow, weather permitting.

Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) put out a press release on September 18th that details their FEMA flood rating has improved. For property owners in Lafayette Parish who have flood insurance thorough FEMA, that means a five percent drop in their premium for next year's policy renewal.

The center will open at the LSU AgCenter building on West Port Street on Thursday.

Three new parishes can now apply for federal disaster assistance for uninsured and underinsured damage and losses resulting from Hurricane Laura. Those parishes are Caddo, La Salle and St. Landry.

While the rebuilding process always seems to be a frustrating one after major storms, the heaviest hit parts of Louisiana are slowly getting back on its feet post-Hurricane Laura.

If you bought a generator, chainsaw, or other storm-related equipment it might be eligible for reimbursement according to FEMA.

Many of those affected by Hurricane Laura in Louisiana are seeking the assistance of FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency).

If you are still needing help with finding a place to stay, you should text LASHELTER to 898-211, or you can call 211.

As you begin storm cleanup please keep these guidelines in mind to help the process go more smoothly.

The healthcare workforce has been so greatly strained by the current pandemic Governor Edwards has reached out to FEMA for assistance.