Stay #RedStickReady this Independence Day 🇺🇸 ❤️Only use grills outdoors, AWAY from structures, siding, deck railings, and branches. 🤍Have a 3-foot safe-zone around grills and campfires. 💙Never leave grills, fire pits and patio torches unattended.

⚠️Today East Baton Rouge Parish is under a Heat Advisory.⚠️ What is a Heat Advisory? Heat Advisory is a heat index at/above 108°F or a temperature at/above 103°F. 📌Stay #RedStickReady during this #extremeheat by hydrating, wearing loose light clothing, and taking breaks.

We are a drop off location Clean out Your Freezer Day Sunday August 18th 2024 1-4 PM 11646 Sullivan Rd. Baton Rouge, LA cleanoutyourfreezer.com

The Flood Watch has been extended through Friday for the area. A Flood Watch is issued when conditions are favorable for flooding. Stay #RedStickReady and up to date with the latest forecast.

Weather Update from NWS: A line of heavy rain is approaching Baton Rouge from the south with around 2-4” rain rates. Remember to avoid flood prone areas and never drive around barricades.

As showers continue to move through the area, stay #weatheraware on the evening commute. ⚠️ Avoid flood prone areas. ⚠️ Never drive through water on roadways. ⚠️ Do not drive around barricades placed for your safety. Be #RedStickReady

September is National Preparedness Month, an annual campaign to remind everyone the importance of preparing for emergencies and disasters. Being prepared isn’t just about having a kit or a plan—it’s about building a culture of resiliency within our community.

Potential TC 6 is forecast to become Tropical Storm Francine and could become a hurricane before landfall somewhere along the coast of Louisiana or Texas. Impacts could start as early as Tuesday, now is the time to make preparations and get #RedStickReady

City-Parish Officials have pre-positioned sand and sandbags at eight (8) locations across the parish. To view the complete list and find the sand location near you visit: gis.brla.gov/emergency. *Residents should bring their own shovels to fill the sandbags.

Tropical Storm winds could begin as early as Wednesday according to NWS New Orleans. Make preparations now to ensure your family and home are #RedStickReady

Tropical Storm Francine is now forecast to be a category 2 hurricane at landfall along the Louisiana coast. EBRP is currently under a Tropical Storm Watch and a Flood Watch. Visit brla.gov/emergency for the latest #Francine information.

When will Francine become a hurricane? NOAA reported at 4:00 AM that TS Francine has winds of 65 mph, that is just 9 mph less than a hurricane. Forecasters are predicting the status will change to hurricane in the next few hours.

The following EBR schools have announced closures or learning alternatives ahead of #Francine: Baker EBR Public Schools Helix Aviation Academy Southern University Zachary View the complete list of closures and service cancellations at brla.gov/emergency

City-Parish offices will be closed on Wednesday, September 11, and Thursday, September 12, due to Francine. Please note that the Metropolitan Council meeting originally scheduled for September 11 has been moved to Wednesday, September 18.

EBR is under a Hurricane Warning, but what does that mean? A Hurricane Watch is issued when a tropical cyclone poses a possible threat within 48 hours. A Hurricane Warning is issued when sustained winds associated with a tropical cyclone are expected in 36 hours or less.

#Francine is now a category 1, moving to the northeast and slowly increasing in forward speed. Landfall is expected around late afternoon/early evening. NWS is forecasting the worst impacts for EBR will be later this evening into the overnight hours.

Visit brla.gov/emergency for the latest updates on closures and emergency information. 💡 Utility Outages: Entergy: 1-800-9Outage (1-800-968-8243) DEMCO: 1-844-MyDEMCO (1-844-693-3626) Stay safe, stay informed, and reach out if you need assistance.

City-Parish crews are actively working to clear areas that have been reported with down trees. For the complete list of road closures, visit brla.gov/emergency

Utility companies are working hard to get power restored to our area. It is important to keep a safe distance from any downed lines and follow all guidelines when using a generator.

A little over 8,000 residents in EBR are without power as of 2:30 PM. If you are using a generator while awaiting restoration, please follow all manufacturer instructions and keep it at least 20’ away from any structures.