Restore Louisiana Homeowner Assistance Program Survey Deadline is August 1

Deadline Set for Homeowners Recovering from the Hurricanes and Storms of 2021 to Complete the Restore Louisiana Homeowner Assistance Program Survey July 25, 2023 BATON ROUGE, La. – Today, Gov. John Bel Edwards and the Office of Community Development announced that homeowners impacted by Hurricanes Laura, Delta, Ida and the May 2021 Severe Storms have … Continue reading Restore Louisiana Homeowner Assistance Program Survey Deadline is August 1

Steps to protect your identity after a security breach

Steps to Protect Yourself The State of Louisiana takes the security of its citizens' data very seriously. Therefore, all citizens are strongly encouraged to review the list of FREE steps that can be taken to mitigate the risk of identity theft. Please carefully read the steps below. Step 1. Freeze Your Credit You can freeze … Continue reading Steps to protect your identity after a security breach

Major Cyber Attack at OMV Vendor, Louisianans Should Act Urgently to Protect Their Identities

BATON ROUGE, La. – Louisiana’s Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) is one of a still undetermined number of government entities, major businesses and organizations to be affected by the unprecedented MOVEit data breach. MOVEit is an industry-leading third-party data transfer service used to send large files. It is widely used across the country and around the world, and … Continue reading Major Cyber Attack at OMV Vendor, Louisianans Should Act Urgently to Protect Their Identities

Webinar Alert – “Navigating the Future: Modernizing Cybersecurity Risk Management in the Age of Quantum Computers and AI

Please join us on Wednesday, August 09, 2023, at 10:00 AM (Central) for our webinar titled “Navigating the Future: Modernizing Cybersecurity Risk Management in the Age of Quantum Computers and AI” hosted by SecureNation and InfraGard Louisiana. Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/gVBxTa3V In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, the emergence of quantum computers and the unprecedented advancements … Continue reading Webinar Alert – “Navigating the Future: Modernizing Cybersecurity Risk Management in the Age of Quantum Computers and AI

Sign up for the LABEOC Newsletter Today!

The July 2023 monthly LABEOC newsletter was distributed today. If you are not signed up for the LABEOC network, click here to register. Here is a sneak peak...  July 17, 2023 Supporting business during a disaster The dog days of summer are in full swing and the powerful summer thunderstorms are in full display. … Continue reading Sign up for the LABEOC Newsletter Today!

Resource Request for 50 AC Units

The LABEOC received a notification about a community organization that is seeking air conditioning units for seniors in our community. They require about 50 A/C units. If you know of any resources that could help, please get in touch with Darcee S. Bulliard, LEM-P, Chief of Operations, at the Mayor's Office of Homeland Security & … Continue reading Resource Request for 50 AC Units

U.S. Small Business Administration Will Host 2nd Annual Small Business Cyber Summit During Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Experts from the Cybersecurity and Business Worlds Convene to Share Best Practices and Practical Tools Published on June 20, 2023 WASHINGTON - The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced today that the agency will host a cyber summit in October 2023. The free cybersecurity series supports America's 33 million small businesses with tools, tips, and resources from multiple … Continue reading U.S. Small Business Administration Will Host 2nd Annual Small Business Cyber Summit During Cybersecurity Awareness Month

DoS and DDoS Attacks against Multiple Sectors

06/30/2023 12:00 PM EDT CISA is aware of open-source reporting of targeted denial-of-service (DoS) and distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks against multiple organizations in multiple sectors. These attacks can cost an organization time and money and may impose reputational costs while resources and services are inaccessible. If you think you or your business is experiencing a … Continue reading DoS and DDoS Attacks against Multiple Sectors

CONNECTING THE DOTS 2023 – Creating Business Opportunities/SBA Business Expo

July 21, 2023 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Xavier University University Center 4955 Drexel Drive New Orleans, LA 70125 Join the U.S. Small Business Administration /Louisiana District for a morning of business connections and networking with procurement agencies and network partners. Register online at the below link, and you will have an opportunity to access … Continue reading CONNECTING THE DOTS 2023 – Creating Business Opportunities/SBA Business Expo

Extreme Heat Update – June 28th, 2023

Here is an update concerning the heat threats for today and the remainder of the week. Practice Heat Safety wherever you are. Job Sites: stay hydrated and take breaks in the shade as often as possible. indoors: Check up on the elderly, sick, and those without AC. Vehicles: Never leave kids or pets … Continue reading Extreme Heat Update – June 28th, 2023

Major Cyber Attack at OMV Vendor, Louisianans Should Act Urgently to Protect Their Identities

June 15, 2023 BATON ROUGE, La. – Louisiana’s Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV) is one of a still undetermined number of government entities, major businesses and organizations to be affected by the unprecedented MOVEit data breach. MOVEit is an industry-leading third party data transfer service used to send large files. It is widely used across the country and … Continue reading Major Cyber Attack at OMV Vendor, Louisianans Should Act Urgently to Protect Their Identities

Today is the first day of Hurricane Season 2023

National Hurricane Center Forecasting Change

Good Morning, For those that do not closely follow the National Hurricane Center, they have made a significant change to their forecasting. In previous years, all updates were based on a “five-day” model; this year, the alerts are based on a seven-day model. Just in time for the 2023 season, we have our first notice. … Continue reading National Hurricane Center Forecasting Change

Hurricane Season – Disaster Preparedness Checklist for Businesses & Nonprofits

Hurricanes generate a series of threats to lives and property. The most obvious is the threat posed to buildings, equipment, and people by the high winds that characterize such storms. This checklist will help you prepare for a hurricane’s effect on your business, employees, and community by highlighting activities you should undertake before, during, and … Continue reading Hurricane Season – Disaster Preparedness Checklist for Businesses & Nonprofits

Private Sector Preparedness Response and Recovery Seminar Series

Private Sector Preparedness Response and Recovery is holding a monthly seminar series titled, “Mass Casualty Impact and Recovery,” which examines how businesses can better prepare, respond and recover from active shooter and other mass casualty events. See all dates and register - PSPR2 Seminar Series | Eventbrite

NOAA predicts a near-normal 2023 Atlantic hurricane season

NOAA forecasters with the Climate Prediction Center, a division of the National Weather Service, predict near-normal hurricane activity in the Atlantic this year. NOAA’s outlook for the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season, which goes from June 1 to November 30, predicts a 40% chance of a near-normal season, a 30% chance of an above-normal season and a … Continue reading NOAA predicts a near-normal 2023 Atlantic hurricane season

Webinar: Keeping Your Business Intelligent About AI

In this webinar, we’ll examine the ins and outs of generative AI products like ChatGPT and discuss what your company should think about with this rapidly evolving tech. What are the glaring privacy concerns? What should be your red line for your staff? How can you best leverage it for success? We’ll explore practical solutions … Continue reading Webinar: Keeping Your Business Intelligent About AI

CISA and Partners Update the #StopRansomware Guide, Developed through the Joint Ransomware Task Force (JRTF)

05/23/2023 08:00 AM EDT Today, CISA, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), the National Security Agency (NSA), and the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC) published an updated version of the #StopRansomware Guide, as ransomware actors have accelerated their tactics and techniques since its initial release in 2020. The update incorporates lessons learned from the past two … Continue reading CISA and Partners Update the #StopRansomware Guide, Developed through the Joint Ransomware Task Force (JRTF)

Temporary Lane/Road Closures in South Lafourche Area Tuesday

On Tuesday, May 23, 2023, at approximately 9:30 a.m., the South Lafourche Levee District (SLLD) will be conducting a drill for the emergency closure of Hwy 3235 near the intersection of LA Hwy 24 in Larose. Northbound lanes of traffic will be diverted to one lane on the southbound section from West 11th Street to Hwy 24 during the … Continue reading Temporary Lane/Road Closures in South Lafourche Area Tuesday

LA 1 Expressway Road Closure Scheduled for Monday, May 22

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) has announced that there will be an overnight road closure next Monday associated with work on the LA 1 Toll Bridge in Leeville. This is a complete closure for four (4) hours at the LA 1 Leeville Bridge Toll Plaza for both northbound and southbound traffic. The … Continue reading LA 1 Expressway Road Closure Scheduled for Monday, May 22