Louisiana FEMA Newswire

In Extreme Weather, Cities Seek Solutions to Be Resilient

The temperature is expected to top 100 degrees on Thursday in Riverside, Calif. In 2024, this city of roughly 323,000 residents about 50 miles from the Pacific Ocean saw 39 days above 100 degrees, a 51 percent increase from 2000, said Patricia Lock Dawson …

What Every Home Needs for an Extended Power Outage

Emergency preparedness advice has long centered on a simple metric: Keep enough food, water, and other necessities on hand to last three days. But for an extended power outage, that may no longer be enough. “A three-day emergency kit is still a good …

WYES’ ‘Eco Trip’ explores Louisiana coast; WNYC podcast on history of FEMA

Louisiana’s coast is rapidly disappearing into the Gulf, threatening not only the land, but also the people and the culture that make it special. Instead of mourning the coast, a new series from PBS member station WYES is celebrating it. Eco Trip is the …

US NAIC Summer 2026 National Meeting Highlights: Natural Catastrophe Risk and Resilience (EX) Task Force

The Natural Catastrophe Risk and Resilience (EX) Task Force (the “Task Force”) of the US National Association of Insurance Commissioners (“NAIC”) met on August 13, 2026 at the NAIC’s Summer 2026 National Meeting in Columbus, Ohio. In addition to routine …

Louisiana Arthur victims get more time to seek FEMA aid

(The Center Square) – Louisiana residents recovering from Tropical Storm Arthur have an additional month to apply for federal disaster assistance as one of the state's recovery centers prepares to close. The Federal Emergency Management Agency extended …

The True Cost of Renting in America’s Most Student-Driven Markets

In many so-called “college towns,” students contribute significantly to a city’s culture and feel, taking over parks and filling downtown cafes on weekends. But their presence also usually shows up in the local rental market, as increased housing demand …

29 August 2005: The levees break in New Orleans

Hurricane Katrina killed 1,392 people in the contiguous United States, the deadliest American hurricane since 1928, and caused property and environmental damage now estimated at over $200 billion, the costliest tropical cyclone in US history. The storm …

FEMA: 6 Louisiana Parishes Among Most At-Risk For Hurricanes

(KMDL-FM) We are nearing the end of August, and for those who have lived along the Gulf Coast for more than one or two hurricane seasons, know that we are about a month away from the peak of the tropical season. Getty ImagesAlberto Is Named First Tropical …

Lafourche Parish homeowners, renters now have until Oct. 1 to apply for Tropical Storm Arthur FEMA assistance

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced that Lafourche Parish homeowners and renters now have until Thursday, Oct. 1 to apply for federal disaster assistance after Tropical Storm Arthur. The original deadline to apply for federal disaster …

Rental aid available in Louisiana for Tropical Storm Arthur damage

Federal rental assistance will be available to Louisiana residents who can’t live in their homes because of damage from Tropical Storm Arthur. The storm hit in late June, flooding areas in the central and southeastern parts of the state. Gov. Jeff Landry’s …

East Feliciana Parish approved for public assistance for Tropical Storm Arthur

East Feliciana Parish has been approved for FEMA Public Assistance for the major presidential disaster declaration for Tropical Storm Arthur, joining the parishes of Avoyelles, Pointe Coupee, St. Charles, St. Landry and Winn. The incident period covered by …

FEMA Rental Assistance Available

FEMA Rental Assistance is available to eligible Louisiana renters and homeowners who cannot live in their homes because of damage caused by Tropical Storm Arthur from June 17-24. It’s important to spend money you receive only on approved rental costs and …

Sulphur Council seeks attorney general opinion over potential bid law violations

Published 3:55 pm Tuesday, August 25, 2026 The Sulphur City Council will seek an opinion from the Louisiana Attorney General’s office on how the city should handle what appears to be public bid law violations amid previous construction work at 501 Willow …

Why Louisiana Drivers Don’t Get Points on Their License

(BATON ROUGE, LA) - If your only exposure to "points on your license" comes from a courtroom drama or some character on TV bragging about how many more tickets he can get before he loses his license, you've probably only lived in Louisiana ( …

East Feliciana OK'd for FEMA Public Assistance after Tropical Storm Arthur

BATON ROUGE — East Feliciana Parish has been approved for FEMA Public Assistance for the major presidential disaster declaration for Tropical Storm Arthur, joining the parishes of Avoyelles, Pointe Coupee, St. Charles, St. Landry and Winn. The incident …

FEMA approves more than $76.3 million to help communities in Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas

Paradise lost: Growing older creates special needs among homeless

Aug. 26, 2026, 5:01 a.m. ET Senior homelessness in Southwest Florida has increased by nearly 2,000% since the COVID-19 pandemic. Soaring rental rates, driven by an influx of new residents, have made housing unaffordable for many seniors on fixed incomes …

FEMA extends deadline to apply for assistance from Tropical Storm Arthur

BATON ROUGE, La. — Homeowners and renters in Avoyelles, Lafourche, Pointe Coupee, St. Landry, St. Tammany, and Terrebonne parishes with damage from Tropical Storm Arthur that occurred on June 17–24, now have until Oct. 1 to apply for federal disaster …

Hurricanes Routinely Threaten the Texas Coast. But Mass Evacuations Pose Risks of Their Own

GALVESTON, Texas — Maya Hart’s hand stung as she gripped her Dodge Ram’s stick shift. She winced in pain and slammed on the brakes — a routine the 45-year-old mother had mastered in the 24 hours since she and her family began driving north from Galveston …

Media Advisory: Stand Up for Science Hosting 'Empty Chair' Town Hall Near Cleveland on August 31

Public event will connect Stand Up for Science with science advocates and constituents in Max Miller’s OH-7 district to hear their concerns. CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Monday, Stand Up for Science will hold …

Media Advisory: Stand Up for Science Hosting 'Empty Chair' Town Hall in Columbus on September 1

Public event will connect Stand Up for Science with science advocates and constituents in Mike Carey’s OH-15 district to hear their concerns. COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Tuesday, September 1, Stand Up for …

New Voter Education Campaign Launched for People with Mental Health and Addiction Conditions

The campaign, entitled “Nothing About Us Without Our Vote,” includes the release of a Comprehensive Voter Guide for People with Lived Experience. SILVER SPRINGS, MD, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In conjunction with the …

Mayor Michelle Wu Announces City’s Preparations for Move-In Period, Welcomes College and University Students to Boston

Mayor Michelle Wu announced the City's preparations and highlighted services as college and university students move in across Boston. Ahead of the annual September move-in period, the City of Boston is sharing information with residents, families and …

GCRAI and ICAS Call for Meaningful Human Control in Autonomous Weapons Systems

GCRAI AND ICAS DRAW A RED LINE ON AUTONOMOUS LETHAL FORCE - as international leaders renew calls for urgent action on autonomous weapons SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Some decisions must never be handed to …

Before It Was a Cure, It Was a Waste of Money: 'Traces Thursday' Series Presents Case Studies in Scientific Patience

New weekly Substack series explores the long arc of medical breakthroughs, why it takes so long to cure diseases, and why basic science funding can’t wait. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Stand Up for Science …

Earth Buddy Addresses Upcoming Federal Regulation Changes and Their Impact on Pet Products

Earth Buddy is urging pet retailers and pet parents to stay informed about upcoming changes to federal regulations for plant-based pet products. LONGMONT, CO, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Earth Buddy, a pioneer in pet …

LCR Capital Partners Announces USCIS Approval of I-956F Amendment for The Tower at Convergence

LCR Capital Partners is pleased to announce that USCIS has approved the I-956F amendment for The Tower at Convergence, LCR’s EB-5 project located in Oklahoma. WESTPORT, CT, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LCR Capital …

The Growing Demand for Affordable Housing in America’s Cities

Across America’s cities, the demand for housing that working families, seniors, and individuals can realistically afford continues to be an important concern. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Throughout my …

National Black Church Initiative Supports Community Benefit Agreements for Data Center Development

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a coalition of 150,000 African American and Latino faith communities comprising 27.7 million members, supports the development of data …

Stand Up for Science Hosting ‘Empty Chair’ Town Halls in Select Congressional Districts in Ohio and Kentucky

Public events will connect Stand Up for Science with local science advocates and constituents to hear their concerns. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Starting on Monday, August 31, Stand Up for Science is hosting a …

Javier Palomarez, USHBC President & CEO, Commends Charter for Helping Bring Connectivity to Small Businesses

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On August 20, 2026, Charter announced that it had successfully completed its transaction of Cox Communications and acquisition of Liberty Broadband Corporation. As a result, …

AVI Human Services Announces 2026 Transition Impact Award Winners

Annual awards recognize organizations and state programs demonstrating measurable student growth through Pre-Employment Transition Services. LOGAN, UT, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AVI Human Services is pleased to …

STATEWIDE CANDIDATES AND LEADING EXPERTS TO ADDRESS THE FUTURE OF CALIFORNIA’S YOUNGEST CHILDREN

ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nearly 700 policymakers, educators, physicians, researchers, advocates and early childhood leaders will gather for the 2026 First 5 California Summit, “Their Futures First,” to examine …

FEDCON Concerned about New SBA Guidelines on Behalf of Contractors

FEDCON is concerned that new SBA guidelines could give to many entities access to small business benefits TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- There are concerns about the new changes to small business size standards …

Health Advisory: Expanded Cyanobacteria Algae Bloom Advisory for Charles River Lower Basin

Avoid contact with the water in the Charles River Lower Basin at all points downstream of the Boston University Duan Family Center for Computing and Data Sciences Building. Thursday, August 27, 2026 - The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) is alerting …

First Case Of West Nile Virus Detected in Boston This Year

Boston Public Health Commission encourages residents to take precautions as the risk of West Nile Virus in the city remains high.    Thursday, August 27, 2026 – Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) today announced that a Boston resident has tested …

NEVER SURRENDER: Karoline Leavitt’s Historic Tenure as White House Press Secretary

Today, Karoline Leavitt completes her final day as the 36th White House Press Secretary — the youngest person to ever hold the position and among the best ever to do it. She leaves the James S. Brady Briefing Room after a tenure defined by command, clarity …

President Trump Delivers for Texas: Lower Taxes, Border Security, and Jobs Coming Home

Today, President Donald J. Trump returns to Texas with a record to match the visit: tax relief in workers’ pockets, the most secure border in a generation, safer streets, and a surge of private investment creating new American jobs across the state. …

Madison Park Technical Vocational High School Advances Into Feasibility Study Phase

City of Boston celebrates MSBA decision advancing Madison Park Technical Vocational High School into feasibility study phase  Mayor Michelle Wu and Boston Public Schools (BPS) Superintendent Mary Skipper announced that the Massachusetts School Building …