Hurricane Ida Update

St. Tammany Parish, the Louisiana Northshore, sustained both wind and water damage from Hurricane Ida on August 29, 2021. Immediately after the storm, many Parish businesses and residences were without power, water, phone, battling major limits on fuel, and other basic services. Through October 1, hotel availability is extremely limited. As of 9/12/2021, many restaurants and attractions have reopened, though some are facing internet connectivity issues and cash may be the preferred method of payment. Other businesses sustained structural damages and may take longer to reopen. Visitors are suggested to visit LouisianaTravel.com to consider alternate travel destinations in Louisiana.

 Follow St. Tammany Parish Government on Facebook and Twitter for the most up-to-date information and resources.

Access St. Tammany Parish Government's emergency storm updates including information on shelters, river gauges, closures, and more.

View the list of open businesses in St. Tammany Parish. 

Utilize the newly launched St. Tammany Corporation resource information sources hub for local businesses, residents, and other community members.

View Cleco's residential - commercial storm center power updates.

Visit Nola.com/lite/ a special, temporary website designed for mobile users with weak internet connections.

Access Greater New Orleans Inc. storm center resources.

The information listed on this page is a resource to aid in preparation and possible recovery measures. Please always refer to St. Tammany Parish Government and the Office of the Governor of Louisiana for the most up-to-date and official information. 

Louisiana is in Phase 3 of the White House reopening strategy. Gov. Edwards has issued a statewide mask mandate indoors, and outdoors when 6 ft. social distancing is not possible. View more Covid-19 updates and call before you go!

The St. Tammany Parish Tourist Commission team is here for you, our local tourism-related businesses, and visitors. 

Updated September 12, 2021, at 11:09 AM