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# 🌀West Baton Rouge Hurricane Season Master Guide (2025)
- URL: https://www.wbrindependent.com/west-baton-rouge-hurricane-season-master-guide-2025/
- Published: 2025-06-04T16:35:06.000Z
- Updated: 2026-05-18T16:39:11.000Z
- Description: Everything West Baton Rouge Parish residents need to prepare for hurricane season — local sandbag locations, evacuation maps, supply recommendations, emergency contacts, and where to get accurate storm information.
- Author: John Summers
- Tags: Emergency Services, #Migrated-1778214761944, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-05-07 23:32

**Prepared by WBR Independent**  
*Last updated: June 2025*

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### 📅 Hurricane Season Timeline

**Season Dates:** June 1 – November 30

Louisiana residents know hurricane season isn’t about "if"—it’s about "when." This master guide was created specifically for West Baton Rouge Parish residents, with local resources, preparation tips, and emergency contacts you can actually use.

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### ✅ Quick Checklist: What to Do Right Now

- [Sign up for alerts](https://wbrcouncil.org/372/Sign-Up-For?ref=wbrindependent.com)
- [Review evacuation maps](https://wbrcouncil.org/1049/GIS?ref=wbrindependent.com)
- [Join the conversation](https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbrnewsandspeakyourmind)
- [Bookmark local updates](https://wbrcouncil.org/alertcenter?ref=wbrindependent.com)

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### 🧳 Hurricane Prep Essentials

#### Go-Bag / Evacuation Kit

- Photo ID & insurance documents
- Prescription meds (7-day supply)
- First aid kit
- Phone charger & power bank
- Bottled water & snacks
- Flashlight & batteries
- Emergency crank radio [Midland ER210](https://midlandusa.com/products/er210-compact-emergency-crank-wx-radio?ref=wbrindependent.com)
- Pet food, leash, meds, and records
- Cash (in case of ATM/power failure)

#### Home Prep

- Trim tree limbs and clear gutters
- Secure loose outdoor items
- Charge devices and fuel vehicles
- Test your generator
- Take pre-storm photos of property for insurance

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### ✅ Hurricane Supply Recommendations

#### 🧰 Emergency Kits

- [Ready America 72 Hour Deluxe Emergency Kit (2-Person)](https://prepsos.com/products/ready-america-72-hour-deluxe-emergency-kit-2-person-3-day-backpackfirst-aid-kitsurvival-blanket-power-stationmulti-toolportable-go-bag-for-earthquakefire-floodcamping-hiking-and-huntingcle?variant=43920222421123&%5Fgsid=27eqoo17QyoY&utm%5Fsource=chatgpt.com)
- [Complete Hurricane Survival Kit (2-Person)](https://www.emergencyzone.com/products/hurricane-survival-kit-2-person?variant=15191903076415&%5Fgsid=33JUcg2vk3sr&utm%5Fsource=chatgpt.com)
- [72HRS Deluxe Emergency Survival Kit (3-Person)](https://72hours.com/products/3-person-72hrs-deluxe-backpack-emergency-survival-kit?variant=43052753158322&%5Fgsid=G6cVsKHBsKFG&utm%5Fsource=chatgpt.com)

#### 🔦 Lighting & Power Solutions

- [LETMY 4 Pack Camping Lanterns (Rechargeable LED)](https://kateminimalist.com/products/letmy-4-pack-camping-lantern-rechargeable-led-lanterns-solar-lantern-battery-powered-hurricane-lantern-flashlights-with-3-powered-ways-usb-cable-for-emergency-power-outage-hurricane-supplies?variant=44384396542191&%5Fgsid=nxRBzN4hwjKs&utm%5Fsource=chatgpt.com)
- [Solar Flashlight & AM/FM/Weather Radio with Hand Crank](https://www.beprepared.com/products/z%5Flegacy%5Fz%5Fcc%5F12%5Fnew-deluxe-flashlight-radio-mp3-player-and-charger-by-ready-hour?variant=32611880829068&%5Fgsid=1a2pwFUTabKi&utm%5Fsource=chatgpt.com)
- [Midland ER210 Emergency Compact Crank Weather Radio](https://midlandusa.com/products/er210-compact-emergency-crank-wx-radio?variant=39972299309233&%5Fgsid=PVxEhf6EzqVC&utm%5Fsource=chatgpt.com)

#### 🥫 Food & Water Supplies

- [Augason Farms 30-Day Emergency Food Supply Kit](https://augasonfarms.com/products/30-day-emergency-food-storage?variant=40525316423795&%5Fgsid=SSNGf27xBMNF&utm%5Fsource=chatgpt.com)
- [LifeStraw Personal Water Filter (4-Pack)](https://canadianhub.ca/products/lifestraw-personal-water-filter-4-pack-1?variant=42753622376673&%5Fgsid=wNtp2usETyyF&utm%5Fsource=chatgpt.com)

#### 🧴 Sanitation & Health

- [First Aid Only 299-Piece All-Purpose First Aid Kit](https://popularitems.com/products/first-aid-only-299-piece-all-purpose-first-aid-emergency-kit-fao-442?variant=41657133334609&%5Fgsid=BizPw9BP7Dtq&utm%5Fsource=chatgpt.com)

#### 🛠️ Tools & Miscellaneous

- [Emergency Survival Gear Kit (60-in-1)](https://fs9tactical.com/products/emergency-survival-gear-kit-60-in-1?variant=41895259308102&%5Fgsid=x1X8dNkvqeaL&utm%5Fsource=chatgpt.com)
- [Ortlieb Waterproof Document Bag](https://www.militarykit.com/products/ortlieb-waterproof-document-bag?variant=31983090139194&%5Fgsid=YLSpxmntNYcR&utm%5Fsource=chatgpt.com)

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### 🗺️ Sandbag Locations (WBR Parish)

*Bring your own shovel.*

- **Port Allen:** William & Lee Park, Rivault Park, Lobdell Fire Station
- **Brusly:** Alexander Park
- **Erwinville:** Erwinville Park
- **Addis:** Myhand Park, Addis Fire Station
- **Winterville:** South Winterville Water Tower

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### 📡 Where to Get Accurate Local Info

#### Local Weather Tracking

- [Southeast Louisiana Extreme Weather](https://www.facebook.com/SELAWX)
- [Gulf Coast Updates with Jesse Vinturella](https://www.facebook.com/gulfcoastupdates) — [Website](https://gulfcoastupdates.com/?ref=wbrindependent.com) |[Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/gulfcoastupdates?ref=wbrindependent.com) |[TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@gulfcoastupdates?ref=wbrindependent.com) |[YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@gulfcoastupdates?ref=wbrindependent.com) |[X](https://twitter.com/JesseWeather?ref=wbrindependent.com)

#### Government Alerts & Safety Info

- [WBR Alert Center](https://wbrcouncil.org/alertcenter?ref=wbrindependent.com)
- [NOAA Hurricane Center](https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/?ref=wbrindependent.com)
- [FEMA Hurricane Prep Guide](https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes?ref=wbrindependent.com)

#### Local Emergency Officials

- [WBR Sheriff’s Office](https://www.facebook.com/WestBatonRougeParishSheriffsOffice)

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### 🐾 Don’t Forget Your Pets

- Most shelters allow pets only if you bring: food, crate, leash, meds, and vaccination records

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### 👥 Spread the Word

- Share this guide with neighbors and family
- Check on elderly and vulnerable residents
- [Join the WBR News & Info Group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/wbrnewsandspeakyourmind)

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### 🔗 Quick Resource Links

- [Parish Alerts](https://wbrcouncil.org/372/Sign-Up-For?ref=wbrindependent.com)
- [Evacuation Map – WBR GIS](https://wbrcouncil.org/1049/GIS?ref=wbrindependent.com)
- [LA Evacuation PDF](https://maps.redcross.org/website/maps/images/louisiana/la%5Fstate1%5Fevac.pdf?ref=wbrindependent.com)
- [NOAA Hurricane Center](https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/?ref=wbrindependent.com)
- [FEMA Prep Guide](https://www.ready.gov/hurricanes?ref=wbrindependent.com)

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### 🔗 Additional Resources

- [WBR Sandbag Info](https://www.facebook.com/wbrgov)
- [WBR Independent](https://www.wbrindependent.com/port-allen-pd-adds-three-officers-french-quarter-cooperation-paying-off/) – local news without spin

**Stay safe. Stay prepared.** 
**— WBR Independent**