7 PM Press Release
St. James Parish officials are actively monitoring water levels and will provide updates on parish websites and social media throughout the day.
The National Weather Service recommends we continue preparations for the possibility of backwater flooding. Preparation is of utmost importance, therefore, sandbag operations will continue throughout the day at all locations.
There are no evacuations taking place in St. James Parish at this time. Areas north of La. Hwy. 3125 are at the greatest possibility of flooding. Officials are also personally notifying residents in other areas with the possibility of flooding. Residents in these areas should begin making preparations to leave if told to do so by parish officials. Items to take before leaving include:
· Supply of water – one gallon per person per day for three days. Store water in sealed, unbreakable containers and replace every six months.
· At least a three-day supply of non-perishable packaged or canned food and a non-electric can opener.
· Change of clothing, rain gear and sturdy shoes
· First aid kit
· Prescription medications
· Hygiene supplies, toiletry articles and sanitary needs
· Battery-operated radio, flashlight and extra batteries
· Special items for infants, elderly and disabled family members
· An extra set of car and house keys
· Blankets or sleeping bags
· Extra pair of eyeglasses
· List of family physicians
· Credit cards and cash
· Personal evacuation plan
· Paper plates and utensils, including a bottle and can opener
There are no shelters open in St. James Parish at this time. If a shelter is needed, shelter information will be communicated to residents.
St. James Parish officials are actively monitoring the situation and will provide updates on parish websites and social media throughout the day.
Volunteers are needed at all locations to assist with sandbagging. Sand and bags for sandbagging are available at the following locations:
East Bank Locations:
- Grand Point Fire Station
- Behind Creole House Restaurant
- Young’s Kwik Stop in Convent
- Gramercy North Airline Highway Fire Station (Near St. James Nursery)
West Bank Locations:
- King View Street Fire Station
- South Vacherie Fire and Rescue Training Center (Near Health Unit)
Sand and bags are available at all locations. Residents are encouraged to bring your own shovel and bag your own sand. These locations will have sand and bags delivered regularly throughout the day.
Volunteers should go to all locations to assist with sandbagging and not gather at one location so that we can fill as many sandbags as possible.
Address/Location
St James Parish Sheriff's Office
5800 LA-44
Convent, LA 70723
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 225-562-2200
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