Homeland Security & Emergency

The Lafayette City-Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness is responsible for coordinating actions to protect the lives and property of people in Lafayette Parish during major emergencies and disasters. With a population of approximately 221,578 people and covering around 270 square miles of land, Lafayette Parish is located in the south central part of Louisiana. The office provides residents with information and resources to prepare for various emergencies, including hurricanes, floods, tornadoes, chemical emergencies, and more.

The office works closely with federal and state agencies, such as the Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, the Federal Emergency Management Agency, the U.S. Coast Guard, and the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality, to ensure effective response and support during emergencies. Additionally, they collaborate with external cooperative agencies like Acadian Ambulance and the American Red Cross to provide medical response, transport, and health and welfare support to the community.

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