Latest Information for St. Bernard Parish
CHALMETTE, LA - Updated September 1, 2021
Cooling Center
Val Reiss Multi Plex
MUST have proof of St. Bernard Residence
Open 11 am to 7:30 pm
Phone charging stations and electric service for medically necessary equipment available
Pets allowed, if inside a pet carrier
Masks MUST be worn
Food Distribution
The St. Bernard Chamber of Commerce in partnership with The Irene Campbell Foundation and the Community Center of St. Bernard will be providing free hot meals to St. Bernard Residents on Saturday, September 4 starting at 12 PM at the Community Center located at 7143 St. Claude Ave., Arabi, LA 70032.
Residents are asked to stay in their vehicle and drive through to pick up. Will provide food until it runs out.
St. Bernard Parish Government
All St. Bernard Parish Government buildings will be closed until further notice.
For the latest on St. Bernard Parish Government recovery efforts, visit the St. Bernard Parish Government Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter Pages.
A parish-wide curfew is still in place from dusk until dawn to protect residents and rescue workers.
Neighborhood Assessments
St. Bernard Parish Government is asking ALL residents to complete a damage assessment form which will help determine damages and coordinate efforts for a speedy cleanup and recovery from Hurricane Ida. Please fill out the assessment form here.
St. Bernard Parish Schools
Due to the loss of power sustained during Hurricane Ida, all SBPSB schools and offices will be closed until further notice. This decision was made in close consultation with St. Bernard Parish Government officials and includes all district and school events and activities. For more information, visit sbpsb.org.
Nunez Community College
Due to the anticipated effects of Hurricane Ida, Nunez Community College will remain closed through Monday, September 6.
Further announcements will be posted on Nunez.edu and all official Nunez social media including Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
The Nunez Community College Foundation has established the Hurricane Ida Emergency Fund for students in need of support. All donations will directly impact a student in need. Please donate here if you're able to help. Thank you.
DOTD
Please refer to St. Bernard Parish Government social media and DOTD’s Road Closures & Updates page for updated information on road closures and access.
Utilities
Click here to see outages in your area.
Power has been restored to large parts of Arabi and some portions of Chalmette. Parish Government and Entergy are working hard to ensure repairs of power lines as fast as possible.
Atmos Energy Hurricane Ida Information
24/7 Emergency Line: 866-322-8667.
Call the 24/7 emergency line if you have a damaged natural gas meter, are smelling natural gas, cannot access your natural gas meter, suspect a natural gas leak, etc.
Check for outages here.
Call 1-866-272-5777 for support.
Text Cox at 36009 with questions – 24-hour support.
St. Bernard Business Resources
St. Bernard Business Assistance Form
SBEDF is currently gathering information about damages to St. Bernard businesses that have been impacted by Hurricane Ida. To report damages to your company, please fill out this Google Form created by SBEDF. As resources become available, SBEDF will connect business owners and employees to support and funding.
Register with FEMA
To be considered for all forms of disaster assistance (individual and business), victims must first call the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) at 800-621-FEMA (3362) or access online at disasterassistance.gov. Businesses that sustained losses in the designated parishes, which includes St. Bernard Parish, can begin applying for assistance today.
To learn what to expect after you apply for FEMA aid, click here. If possible, take as many photos of damages/storm impact as you can. These will serve as a great resource when filing both insurance and FEMA claims.
SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans
Small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, and most private nonprofit organizations located in a declared disaster area, and which have suffered substantial economic injury may be eligible for an SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL). Businesses of all sizes and private nonprofit organizations may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets. You can apply for loan assistance here.
Please note the following information is required when applying for an SBA Disaster Loan:
Contact information for all applicants
Social security number for all applicants
FEMA registration number
Deed or lease information
Insurance information
Financial information (e.g. income, account balances and monthly expenses)
Employer Identification Number (EIN) for business applicants
Additional information is available by calling the SBA Customer Service Center at 800-659-2955 or emailing ofolger@sbedf.org.
SBA Virtual Recovery Centers
“SBA’s mission-driven team stands ready to help Louisiana’s small businesses and residents impacted by Hurricane Ida,” said Administrator Guzman. “We’re committed to providing federal disaster loans swiftly and efficiently, with a customer-centric approach to help businesses and communities recover and rebuild.”
In consideration of the public health concerns due to the Coronavirus pandemic, on Tuesday, Aug. 31, SBA established a Virtual Business Recovery Center to provide personalized assistance to business owners. In addition, SBA will open a Virtual Disaster Loan Outreach Center to help homeowners and renters. Customer Service Representatives will be available to business owners and individuals to answer questions about SBA’s disaster loan program, explain the application process, and help each person complete their electronic loan application.
Virtual Business Recovery Center and Virtual Disaster Loan Outreach Center
Monday – Sunday (7 days/week)
8 AM – 8 PM Eastern Time
800-659-2955
GNO PowerMatch
GNO PowerMatch is an initiative from GNO, Inc. to connect power generators with companies and organizations that need them. Listings of providers who have generators available for purchase and rent can be found here.
St. Bernard Resident Resources
Register with FEMA
To be considered for all forms of disaster assistance (individual and business), victims must first call the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) at 800-621-FEMA (3362) or access online at disasterassistance.gov. Businesses that sustained losses in the designated parishes can begin applying for assistance today.
To learn what to expect after you apply for FEMA Aid, click here. If possible, take as many photos of damages/storm impact as you can. These will serve as a great resource when filing both insurance and FEMA claims.
Blue Roof Program
St. Bernard Parish has been approved for the Blue Roof Program. The purpose of Operation Blue Roof is to provide homeowners and permanently occupied rental properties in disaster areas with fiber-reinforced sheeting to cover their damaged roofs until arrangements can be made for permanent repairs. This is a free service to homeowners. Operation Blue Roof protects property, reduces temporary housing costs, and allows residents to remain in their homes while recovering from the storm.
Apply at 888-BLUE-ROOF or online at their website.
DSNAP
While DSNAP has not yet been approved for Hurricane Ida, you can pre-register now to get a head start on your application if DSNAP is approved in St. Bernard Parish. More information can be found here.
Crisis Clean Up’s Home Cleanup Hotline
844-965-1386
Southeast Louisiana Legal Service’s Free Legal Service Helpline
844-244-7871
Disaster Strategies’ Disability & Disaster Hotline
800-626-4959
Imagine Water Works Community Power Map
The map is here.
The map is open to anyone in Orleans, Jefferson, St. Bernard, and Plaquemines Parish. If folks around you need power, they’d love to add you to the map. Email communitypowermap@gmail.com with:
Your Name (Individual/Business/Org)
Address of your Community Power Station
Is your location Residential, a Business, or an Organization?
Is there seating available?
Can we mark your spot as a safe space for LGBTQ and BIPOC individuals?
Include any other important information about your setup and/or a picture if you have one.
Mental Health Resources
SAMHA’s Disaster Distress Hotline - 800-985-5990
Mental Health America
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline - 800-273-8255
Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741
PTSD Foundation of America’s Veteran Line - 877-717-7873