Given the imminent threat of Tropical Storm Francine, Lafayette Mayor-President Monique B. Boulet has officially declared a state of emergency for Lafayette Parish.
Other parishes also are issuing declarations; so far Calcasieu and Acadia parish officials have issued them.
The declaration, which you can read yourself by scrolling down, was issued September 9, 2024, at 10:45 a.m.
The Mayor-President and other parish officials held a press conference this afternoon, urging residents to be prepared and evacuate as soon as possible if that's your plan.
Here's the presser, if you'd like to watch:
Here's the declaration:
