Community Preparedness
Prepare Today
Living in a rural community means being prepared for severe weather, power outages, flooding, and other emergencies is especially important.
West Ascension Parish Hospital is helping our community prepare.
Know Your Zone
Understand where you are.
Learn about your evacuation zone and what you need to know before severe weather strikes.
Know Your Plan
Decide what you will do.
Make choices ahead of time so your household can act quickly during an emergency.
Your Emergency Plan
Make a plan for:
- Severe weather and emergencies
- Power outages
- Evacuation and transportation
- Communication with family
- Medications and important medical information
Medical Device-Dependent?
Plan for backup power.
If you rely on electricity for oxygen, CPAP, refrigeration of medications, mobility equipment, or other medical devices, have a backup power and emergency plan.