General evacuation for disasters apply to both natural (hurricane, flood, thunderstorm, tornado) and man-made (chemical and fire). If you are told to EVACUATE you should move to a place designated by public officials.
Follow these steps:
- Stay calm.
- Take your disaster supply kit.
- Remember as you leave your house to do the following:
- Turn off lights, household gas appliances, heating, air conditioning, and ventilation systems.
- Leave refrigerator/freezer on.
- Lock house.
- Only use the phone in case of an emergency, injury, or illness. If you must use the phone, keep calls brief.
- Do not listen to rumors. Turn on your radio or television for up-to-date information from public officials during an emergency.
- Use only one vehicle for your family. If you have room, assist any neighbors that may need a ride.
- Tune to Emergency Alerting System 870 AM or 101.9 FM radio stations for reports about evacuation routes, conditions, etc. Use those travel routes specified.
- Drive safely. Traffic will be heavy. Law enforcement officials along the route will help with traffic.
- If you need a ride, try to go with a neighbor, friend, or relative.
- Let others know when you leave and where you are going.
- Make arrangements for pets. Animals are not allowed in public shelters. Pet carriers are recommended along with pet supplies.
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| Alexandria |
16 hours |
| Baton Rouge |
8 hours |
| Lafayette |
8 hours |
| Lake Charles |
16 hours |
| Shreveport |
20 hours |
| Hattiesburg |
8 hours |
| Jackson |
24 hours |
| Meridian |
16 hours |
| *Travel time during an evacuation is four times longer than in normal conditions. |
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| Greater N.O. |
WWL 870 AM
WLMG 101.9 FM |
| Baton Rouge |
WJBO 1150 AM
WFMF 102.5 FM |
| Lafayette |
KVOL 1330 AM
KTDY 99.9 FM |
| Lake Charles |
KLCL 1470 AM
KHLA 99.5 FM |
| Shreveport |
KWKH 1130 AM
& 94.5 FM |
| Alexandria |
KZMZ 580 AM
& 96.9 FM |
| Monroe |
KNOX 540 AM
& 101.9 FM | For More information visit: http://www.cityofno.com/
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