July 13, 2019 LDH advises caution to residents ahead of Tropical Storm Barry

- Louisiana is preparing for flooding in many regions throughout the state due to Tropical Storm Barry. The Louisiana Department of Health advises all Louisiana residents to be aware of the dangers floodwater poses and to take all appropriate precautions.

Residents are reminded that, due to the sudden nature of rain-related floods, not all flooded roadways will be marked and that local emergency resources may be under strain. It is very important to exercise extreme caution around floodwater.

Below are some useful guidelines and additional resources for all Louisianans regarding flooding, including information on where to get emergency updates.

What to do if your community experiences flooding

Stay out of floodwater

Stay tuned

Know that septic tanks may be affected

Take extra care regarding wildlife

After the flood

Stay aware of floodwater contamination

Recovery and cleaning up

For more information from the Department of Health on floodwater safety or other emergency efforts, visit www.ldh.la.gov/emergency.

Additional resources are available from the Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness here.

Surgeon General Ralph L. Abraham, M.D.

Secretary Bruce D. Greenstein

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