FEMA Advisory
As Tropical Storm Francine rapidly strengthens and moves toward Louisiana, FEMA is urging people across the state and the Gulf Coast to prepare now for potentially life-threatening impacts. Francine’s projected path poses a serious threat to Louisiana and the upper Texas coastline, expecting to make landfall as a Category 2 hurricane on Wednesday.
The National Hurricane Center has issued a Hurricane Warning for much of Louisiana, with Tropical Storm watches also in effect for parts of Texas and Louisiana. With sustained winds expected to exceed 75 mph as the storm makes landfall, Tropical Storm Francine could bring dangerous storm surge, heavy rainfall and considerable flash and urban flooding throughout the region.
“We are actively monitoring the development of Francine as it makes its way towards the Gulf Coast,” said FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell. “FEMA and the entire Biden-Harris Administration stand ready to support as needed. I encourage everyone in the path of the storm to finish preparations, listen to local officials, and take the necessary safety precautions today.”
FEMA is fully engaged in coordinating with state and local authorities in Louisiana to ensure swift deployment of resources and personnel. The FEMA Region 6 Response Coordination Center is activated and ready to direct additional support where needed. In advance of the storm’s landfall, FEMA has pre-positioned critical supplies and is working closely with Louisiana emergency officials to prepare for search and rescue, power restoration and sheltering efforts.
Residents in the storm’s path should monitor weather reports and follow the instructions of local officials. Now is the time to finalize evacuation plans, secure homes, and gather emergency supplies. Do not wait until the last minute— Francine is intensifying quickly, and immediate action is critical.
Stay informed. People in these areas should continue to follow the instructions of state and local officials by monitoring local radio or television stations for updated emergency information.
Have a plan. Make sure you consider your family’s unique needs, including anyone who needs medicine or medical equipment. Know how you’ll contact one another and reconnect if you aren’t together when a severe storm hits. Visit Ready.gov or Listo.gov (Spanish language) for more information on how to stay safe before, during and after severe weather.
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If you have any questions, please contact FEMA’s Office of External Affairs:
- Congressional Affairs at (202) 646-4500 or at FEMA-Congressional-Affairs@fema.dhs.gov
- Intergovernmental Affairs at (202) 646-3444 or at FEMA-IGA@fema.dhs.gov
- Tribal Affairs at (202) 646-3444 or at FEMA-Tribal@fema.dhs.gov
- Private Sector Engagement at (202) 646-3444 or at FEMA-Private-Sector@fema.dhs.gov
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