Here’s the next tip in our hurricane season safety series. Throughout the season, we’re sharing important guidance from the National Weather Service to help West Bank residents and businesses stay prepared for any storms or threats that may come our way.
When news of a potential storms starts circulating, make sure you know the difference between a hurricane watch and warning. During a watch, begin preparing your home and identifying your needs. If a warning is issued, this means storm winds are expected. Be prepared to take shelter or evacuate if ordered.
Last week our crews were mowing in Waggaman and we will be mowing from Avondale to Marrero this week. Keep an eye out for our crews as you drive on River Rd.
The Bayou Segnette Levee Lift is well underway with clay being placed over the next month.
Located behind the Westwego Shrimp Lot, this lift will raise the levee height from an elevation of 12 ft to 15.5 ft, enhancing the risk reduction provided for West Bank homes and businesses by turning the lowest point in our flood protection system into the highest.
West Closure Complex Maintenance
SLFPA-W is performing maintenance activities at West Closure Complex from 6:00 AM CST to 12:00 PM CST; please expect intermittent closures.
Bayou Segnette Complex Maintenance
SLFPA-W is performing maintenance activities at Bayou Segnette Sector Gate this morning; please expect intermittent closures from 7:00 AM CST to 12:00 PM CST.
Harvey Canal Complex Maintenance
SLFPA-W is performing maintenance activities at Harvey Canal Sector Gate this morning; please expect intermittent closures from 7:00 AM CST to 12:00 PM CST.
Here’s the next tip in our hurricane season safety series. Throughout the season, we’re sharing important guidance from the National Weather Service to help West Bank residents and businesses stay prepared for any storms or threats that may come our way.
During a storm, it's important to stay informed on what's to come. Make sure you have a number of reliable, fully-charged devices to receive important updates on storm conditions, potential evacuations and other pertinent information.
