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In response to the impact of extreme weather conditions on our local water infrastructure, the Lafayette Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP) in coordination with the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP) has secured bottled water for distribution to residents in need. READ MORE ...

Due to water issues related to the freeze, there is a tank truck with potable water in Youngsville. READ MORE ...

The following questions were emailed to Louisiana State Senate District 23 seat candidates for the February 15, 2025, special election. READ MORE ...

As temperatures rise and the thawing process begins, our water system is experiencing increased stress due to leaks from broken pipes. READ MORE ....

Water pressure is very low to minimal system-wide as LUS stabilizes its system, resulting from a historic weather event. READ MORE ...

Lafayette Consolidated Government (LCG) provides the following updates regarding public services during this historic weather event. READ MORE ...

With the unprecedented water demands on the system along with the extreme temperatures, Lafayette Utilities System (LUS) is observing water pressure drops throughout the city. READ MORE ...

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announces that due to deteriorating road conditions as a result of Winter Storm Enzo, Interstate 10 in the east and westbound direction is now closed to motorists, from the Louisiana/Texas state line to Baton Rouge, effective immediately. READ MORE ...

IN ACCORDANCE WITH THIS DECLARATION, AND DUE TO THE APPROACHING WINTER STORM, THE JUDGES OF THE LAFAYETTE CITY COURT ARE CANCELLING ... READ MORE ....

The Lafayette Parish School System (LPSS) leadership continues to closely monitor the extreme cold weather and its impact on school operations. READ MORE ...