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LAUW LA 211 LASHELTER -State Sheltering Info
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Thank you for connecting with Louisiana 211 for emergency disaster sheltering information.

Text  “LASHELTER” to 898-211 for Hurricane ____ State Shelter Information.

For additional shelters in your parish please dial 211 anytime 24/7.

Find road closure information at www.511la.org and additional disaster info at www.getagameplan.org 

Louisiana 211 is here to help with disaster needs. Simply dial 211 to reach us anytime 24/7!

 Louisiana State Shelters for Hurricane_______, beginning at __time__ a.m./p.m _day of week____, Month/Date:

State Shelter Location

 Drive Up Welcomed (Y/N)

Can pets be accommodated? (Y/N)

If you need evacuation assistance due to transportation, contact your local emergency manager at http://gohsep.la.gov/ABOUT/PARISHPA 

This list is for State Congregate Shelters only. For additional shelters in your parish please dial 211 anytime

DCFS Shelter Keyword 1st Message ***EXAMPLE***

Louisiana will be using congregate sheltering this hurricane season. This means mass shelter sites with safe spacing.

Get a Game Plan now!

  • If you anticipate needing evacuation assistance due to transportation reasons, contact your local emergency managers before an emergency. Find contact information on the GOHSEP website at http://gohsep.la.gov/ABOUT/PARISHPA
  • If you can stay with friends or family outside your region, have conversations about the process.
  • If you go to a hotel, be prepared to pay your own way.
  • If you go out of state, be prepared to pay for your own fuel and lodging.
  • Listen to the guidance of your local officials for evacuation orders, including possible public shelter locations.
  • Evacuate with the essential items you will need if you are away from your home for an extended time, including food, water, and medicine.

What to Bring to a Shelter

Emergencies can happen suddenly and you may not have time to pack. Your safety is most important – grab your loved ones and get out of harm’s way!