FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 27, 2021
RE: MESSAGE FROM MAYOR ALSANDOR REGARDING TROPICAL STORM IDA
Good afternoon Opelousas citizens,
I send greetings and truly hope all is well. As we ALL prepare for the storm headed in our direction, I urge everyone to make necessary preparations in order to keep you, your family and your property safe.
As we prepare for a major hurricane, our city work crews and staff are taking steps to ensure our city is as ready to combat the many issues that impact our citizens after a storm. Our department crews are on the streets today, as were they yesterday, cleaning drains, clearing roadways, rechecking sewer lift stations, cleaning low-lying flood areas of debris, while continuing to make sure our water and sewer infrastructure plants are fully prepared and operational.
As safety for residents is a top priority, city officials and our administrative team will continue to coordinate efforts with local first responders and agencies, which includes the Opelousas Police Department and Opelousas Fire Department. I have been in contact with all of our service and utility providers and have been informed that they are well prepared and ready.
We ask that you are mindful and be respectful of our crews on the roads as they prepare our city for whatever effects we may endure from Hurricane Ida. Please do not wait to the last minute to get essentials as we may experience high water, flooding and power outages. Also, with strong winds in the forecast, residents are also asked to ensure that all lightweight objects on property (grills, patio furniture, trash cans, toys, etc.) are secured and/or brought indoors.
I pray and humbly ask that we all be smart and stay safe, not only from the storm but the pandemic that is still present today. Follow the guidelines and safety protocols that are in place. Let’s all get vaccinated so we can move ahead, sooner than later. Governor Edwards will have a news conference this afternoon. I ask that you watch the conference and heed to the suggestions given. Again Opelousas, be safe and smart so we all can continue to combat the many obstacles that life brings.
Sincerely,
Mayor Alsandor
Last modified: August 27, 2021
