Friends,
A word from the Sheriff on the progress of the Active Shooter Preparedness Program.
Anyone wanting to organize a class can call Pam Pender at the Allen Parish Sheriff's Office
Phone #: 337-639-3083
Email: twc@allenparishso.com
Friends,
A little information to let you know, what is occurring within the parish. Even though we did not receive the amounts of rain that was predicted for our area, we are still going to fall victim to the after effects. Yes, FLOODING is starting to occur around our parish. We have verified as a previous post has stated, that we do have sand and sandbags available at the various police jury barns. So please make preparations to get any of these supplies, if you need to do so.
The river levels are as follows:
Calcasieu @ Oakdale- Current stage is at 6.5 feet, but the level will rise to 17 feet by midnight on April 02, which will cause flooding in the area.
Calcasieu @ Oberlin- Current stage is at 11.4 feet, but the level will rise to 20.04 feet by 6 pm on April 03, which will cause flooding in the area.
Calcasieu @ Kinder- Current stage is at 16.89 feet, but the level will rise to 22 feet by midnight on April 01, which will cause moderate flooding in the area.
Please make any preparations for this coming event if it effects you or a loved one. Please Be Careful, and GOD Bless!!!
FRIENDS,
In anticipation of the storms, which have begun, We have made preparations for any problems which may present themselves. All Fire chiefs in the respective areas have been notified of weather conditions. They are making their departments ready for any situation that may present itself. We have been in contact with the Homeland Security director, and he has confirmed that each police jury barn is equipped with sandbags and sand in the case of flooding.
Please if you see any roadways which are under water or about to be under water, call the Sheriff's office or 911 and report it. By your information, we will be able to advise other residents of the parish and your neighbors as to what preparations that may need to be made. Be Careful and GOD Bless!!!
UPDATE
As you travel this morning Please exercise caution in the Casino Area, there have been reports of downed power lines and some damage to the area. Also trees and power lines are down on Lauderdale Road, Green Oak Road, Bel Oil Road, Powell Road, and Willis Courville Road. Please be cautious when approaching these areas and if you see a power line down, Please back away from it and call 911 or the Sheriff's office, so we can get the appropriate people to the area to deal with that situation.
FRIENDS,
Here is a message from Sheriff Hebert about the New Facility being added to the Allen Parish Public Safety Complex:
FRIENDS,
We are making preparations for the rising water in each of our communities. As the water rises, it becomes a hazard to vehicles as well as residents in their homes. Please prepare for all contingencies which may occur with the rising water.
I received confirmation from Homeland Security this morning that sand and sandbags are available at the following locations:
OAKDALE- Parish Barn @ 518 HWY 1152
OBERLIN- Parish Barn @ 1217 Cottongin Road
KINDER- Parish Barn @ 203 SOUTH 10th Street
Please be ready for whatever may occur in your community. We are in contact with the Fire Districts in your area and they are aware of the rising waters. They are making preparations to assist those citizens that may request help getting out of flooded areas or other assistance. Please call the Sheriff's Office or 911 if you require assistance. Please be safe and God Bless!!
Friends,
This is to inform you of roadways that have become hazardous to travel upon. The roads are flooding due to the lovely weather we are enduring at this time. If you encounter a roadway that is covered with water and you must travel in that area, Please take an alternate route. Please take no chance with these flood waters as they can be very dangerous, It takes only 18 inches of water to float a vehicle and 6 inches of moving water to sweep a person off their feet. Please be cautious when approaching any place where you see high water on a roadway. Remember Turn Around, Don't Drown. Please be safe and God bless!!
Roadways with water:
ARKADELPHIA ROAD NEAR THE BRIDGE
6 MILE CREEK AREA
PALESTINE ROAD- NEAR GRAVEL PIT ROAD AND 6 MILE CREEK
TEN MILE ROAD- SOUTH OF CASKEY ROAD & AT THE BRIDGE
N. CARPENTERS BRIDGE ROAD
TOM JEFF ROAD
AREA NEAR THE OAKDALE DAM
OLD RIVER MILL ROAD
HARDWOOD MILL ROAD
RIVER DAM ROAD
RIVER ROAD NEAR SHALLOWHOLE ROAD
SHALLOWHOLE ROAD
UPDATE:
OLD PUMP ROAD @ BRIDGE
FRIENDS,
As you know we have had some incidents in our fair parish, which have brought great concern to our communities and residents. As we watch the evening news and see the things that are happening around the world and our country, it is a growing concern as to when these situations will darken our front door. In response to these concerns, We are developing a program to help our citizens to deal with certain situations and to prepare for the response which may be needed.
The Sheriff's Office in conjunction with the surrounding agencies will be preparing to give classes on Active Shooter Preparedness.
Allen Parish Sheriff’s Office, Department of Homeland Security will be introducing into Allen Parish and making available an awareness of actions that can be taken before, during, and after an incident involving an active shooter.
This information session will be presented and available to all interested groups with information on actions to be taken and developing emergency action plans during any such incident.
Program material is being prepared now and will be available within the next couple of weeks.
Contact the Allen Parish Sheriff’s Office (337) 639 4353 to set up this presentation.
Presentation will be approximately 1 hour.
Email:
Allen Parish Sheriff’s Office
Dept. of Homeland Security: jricher@allenparishso.com
FRIENDS,
It is necessary for the railroad companies to make certain improvements to our crossings. On WEDNESDAY January 31, 2018 starting at 7 am and ending at 5 pm the crossing at HWY 26 @ US HWY 165 in Oberlin will be closed for necessary maintenance. If this affects your travel, please chose an alternate route. Thank you and GOD Bless!!
FRIENDS,
DUE TO THE ICY CONDITIONS IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED BY LA DOTD THAT US 190 BETWEEN US 171 (Ragley) and US 165 (Kinder) IN BEAUREGARD AND ALLEN PARISHES IS CLOSED. PLEASE TAKE AN ALTERNATE ROUTE UNTIL THIS IS DETERMINED SAFE FOR TRAVEL. PLEASE MAINTAIN VIGILANCE AS YOU DRIVE AND BE SAFE. GOD BLESS
UPDATE
US HWY 190 IN ALLEN PARISH IS NOW OPEN FOR TRAVEL. LA DOTD HAS CONFIRMED THAT THE ROADWAY IS SAFE FOR TRAVEL. PLEASE BE CAREFUL IN YOUR TRAVELS. GOD BLESS!!