Prepare for an Emergency

Lafayette Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP)

The Lafayette Parish Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP) has the responsibility for formulating and updating plans, procedures, arrangements, and agreements, and for coordinating emergency and disaster operations under the direction of the Parish President.

Lafayette OHSEP works with government agencies, nonprofits organizations, private companies, and the public to develop effective plans that minimize damage and disruptions during an emergency or disaster event. OHSEP accomplishes effective coordination through all-hazard planning, situational awareness information sharing, public safety support, mitigation, and community recovery.

Louisiana Laws Governing Emergency Management:

• La. R.S. 29:727 – Powers of the Parish President
  https://legis.la.gov/Legis/Law.aspx?p=y&d=85673
• La. R.S. 29:728-729 – Parish homeland security and emergency preparedness agency
  https://legis.la.gov/Legis/Law.aspx?d=85674