Most government offices will be closed on Monday in observance of the MLK Holiday. But many also are closing on Tuesday due to the forecast weather.
Here's the list of closures we have so far; if your office is closing next week and you'd like it to be included here please send the information to news@katctv.com
STATE OF LOUISIANA: Due to the likelihood of a winter weather event, ALL STATE OFFICES will be closed statewide on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Road closures and detours can be found using the Louisiana Traveler Information System through several different methods, including the 511 phone system, www.511la.org, LA DOTD Twitter accounts, and the “Louisiana 511” smartphone application. Louisiana State Troopers are urging motorists to refrain from unnecessary travel during this winter weather event. However, if you travel, we strongly advise you to exercise utmost caution, strictly adhere to all traffic laws, eliminate distractions, and reduce your speed significantly.
ACADIA PARISH
CROWLEY: ALL Non-Essential personnel will be off and Crowley City Hall will be CLOSED on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, due to forecasted freezing temperatures and road closures. We will make a decision on Wednesday, January 22, 2025 by Monday or Tuesday of next week. Additionally, the Regular Council Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 21, 2025, is rescheduled to Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. due to forecasted freezing temperatures, the possibility of snowfall, and the potential for icy conditions on roads and bridges. A Special Council Meeting of the Mayor and Board of Alderman of the City of Crowley will be held on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, Criminal Justice Building, 426 North Avenue F, Crowley, Louisiana.
CALCASIEU PARISH
The Calcasieu Parish Sheriff’s Office will be closed for all non-essential offices on Monday, January 20, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr., Day, and again on Tuesday, January 21, due to the possibility of inclement winter weather. Sheriff Stitch Guillory encourages residents to stay informed and take precautions as the weather develops. “The safety of our community and staff is always a top priority,” stated Sheriff Guillory. “Please monitor your local weather for updates and ensure you are prepared for any potential impacts from the winter weather – it is always best to be prepared for whatever conditions may come our way. You can follow the CPSO Facebook page for updates, or download the CPSO smartphone app in the App Store or Google Play by searching “Calcasieu Parish Sheriff, LA”. The app allows you to receive emergency notifications as well as have direct access to important information.” We are asking residents to stay off the roadway during periods of unsafe winter weather when conditions are hazardous. CPSO deputies and essential personnel will remain on duty and ready to assist during this time.
Due to snow, ice, and below-freezing temperatures in Southwest Louisiana, all Calcasieu Parish Police Jury offices will be closed on Tuesday, Jan. 21. All parish offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 20 for the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday. Offices will reopen Wednesday, Jan. 22, weather permitting. There may be delays in Waste Management pickup services on Tuesday. For updates, visit wm.com/alerts. The Residential Solid Waste Convenience Centers in Lake Charles and Sulphur will also be closed Tuesday. They will reopen on Thursday, Jan. 23. The Calcasieu Public Transit System will not be in service on Tuesday, Jan. 21. The Police Jury is partnering with Water’s Edge Gathering Church in Lake Charles and the Sulphur Christian Community Coalition to open warming centers beginning Sunday night. The Salvation Army will also provide housing for around 40 men at its 3020 Legion St. location in Lake Charles. Those needing transportation to these warming centers are asked to call 211. CPPJ’s Engineering and Public Works crews are prepared to sand parish-owned bridges as the need arises. Calcasieu Parish Animal Services and Adoption Center stresses the importance of bringing in your pets as the temperature drops. Officials remind residents to wrap their pipes securely and if needed, drip water to prevent freezing. When temperatures rise above freezing, residents should turn the faucets off to allow systems to maintain pressure. In addition, residents with irrigation systems are asked to drain and wrap their backflow preventers. Residents should visit calcasieu.gov/winterweather for more information and continue to monitor weather conditions through local media outlets and the National Weather Service.
IBERIA PARISH
Iberia Parish President M. Larry Richard: Due to the forecast of an extremely cold air mass to move into the region along with possibility of precipitation, President Richard announces the closure of Iberia Parish Courthouse and Iberia Parish Government offices beginning Tuesday, January 21, through Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Employees are to report to work on Thursday, January 23, 2025, unless otherwise notified.
16th Judicial District Court: Due to conditions created by winter weather and freezing conditions, the Courthouse Court offices and Clerk of Court offices in Iberia, St. Martin and St. Mary parishes will be closed on Tuesday January 21 and Wednesday January 22.
Please be advised that the January 22, 2025 Iberia Parish Council and Joint Committee Meetings have been cancelled due to the upcoming predicted winter weather and rescheduled for Wednesday, January 29, 2029 at 6:00 p.m. Please click the links below to access the Notice of Meeting Cancellation for the January 22, 2025 and the January 29, 2025 Iberia Parish Council and Joint Committee Meeting Agendas.
Notice of Meeting Cancellation for January 22, 2025 (Moved to January 29, 2025).jpg [iberiaparishgovernment.com]
January 29, 2025 Iberia Parish Council and Joint Committee Meeting Agendas.pdf [iberiaparishgovernment.com]
ST. LANDRY PARISH
ST. LANDRY PARISH GOVERNMENT: St Landry Parish Government will be closed Tuesday January 21, 2025 due to the potential freeze. As of now we plan on reopening Wednesday January 22, 2025 for normal operations. Schools are closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Reminder: We will have the shelter open from Sunday January 19, 2025 at 5:00 P.M. through Thursday January 23, 2025 at 5:00 P.M.
EUNICE: Due to the latest weather forecast the City of Eunice's non-emergency departments will be closed on Tuesday, January 21 in anticipation of freezing conditions and possibly icy roads. No decision has been made yet about Wednesday, January 22nd. Department Supervisors will be notified when a decision has been made. On-Call personnel should be available for any unforeseen emergencies arising from the weather.
DISTRICT COURT: Chief Judge D. Jason Meche has ordered the 27th Judicial District Court be closed Tuesday, January 21, 2025 due to inclement weather and freezing temperatures. Likewise, Sheriff Bobby J. Guidroz has announced the closing of the offices of the criminal and civil divisions on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 due to extreme weather and travel risks. The Dispatch and Patrol Shifts will be on duty during this critical time. Sheriff Guidroz asks the public to avoid travelling unless absolutely necessary and to use extreme caution. Please monitor the road advisories issued by the Louisiana State Police and the local agencies.
ST. MARTIN PARISH
16th Judicial District Court: Due to conditions created by winter weather and freezing conditions, the Courthouse Court offices and Clerk of Court offices in Iberia, St. Martin and St. Mary parishes will be closed on Tuesday January 21 and Wednesday January 22.
ST. MARY PARISH
The St. Mary Parish Government Administrative Offices will be closed on Monday for Martin Luther King Jr. Day and on Tuesday due to anticipated winter weather. The Landry Landfill located in Berwick and the West End Transfer Station in Franklin will close at noon on Monday for MLK day, and will be closed all day Tuesday due to the weather.
City of Franklin: Pursuant to the City of Franklin State of Emergency Declaration due to possible impacts from the Polar Vortex 25-007 Winter Weather, the Regular Council Meeting of the Franklin City Council scheduled for Tuesday, January 21, 2025, has been cancelled. A Special Franklin Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the at their regular meeting place, at City Hall, 300 Iberia Street, Franklin, Louisiana to consider the business items that were slated for the January 21, 2025 meeting.
16th Judicial District Court: Due to conditions created by winter weather and freezing conditions, the Courthouse Court offices and Clerk of Court offices in Iberia, St. Martin and St. Mary parishes will be closed on Tuesday January 21 and Wednesday January 22.
VERMILION PARISH
CITY OF ABBEVILLE: After much consideration, the decision has been made to cancel the regular City Council meeting scheduled for Tuesday, January 21, 2025 due to currently anticipated below freezing temperatures including a chance of winter precipitation. The next scheduled regular City Council meeting will be held on February 4, 2025 beginning at 5:30 PM.
CITY OF KAPLAN: The Kaplan City Courthouse and Kaplan City Court Clerk of Court's Office will be closed on Tuesday and Wednesday because of the weather, but will re-open on Thursday for normal business hours. The closures will be considered legal holidays and if conditions require an additional closure the court will notify the public.
