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Below you will find information on emergency preparedness as it relates to this hurricane season. Some of these documents may be in Adobe Acrobat (PDF) format. You can download a few viewer for this files from the Adobe website.

Keeping You Informed during Hurricane Season We encourage citizens to print this flyer, which includes a wallet-sized card, with useful emergency information. 11-02-2010

Sandbag locations opened in preparation for TD5 City officials are taking precautionary measures to minimize the impact of Tropical Depression 5, which is currently in the Gulf of New Mexico. While at present, minimal effect is anticipated, sandbag locations will be opened to provide residents and businesses in flood-prone areas an opportunity to take necessary measures to protect their properties. All pump stations will be monitored throughout the storm. 08-11-2010

Slidell Sandbag Locations Announced for TS Bonnie 07-23-2010

Hurricane Ida Update In Slidell, weather is expected to get bad around 3 to 4 pm and will remain unstable throughout the night. Tides are expected to be 2-1/2 to 3 foot above normal, which is predicted to cause localized flooding in low-lying areas, including the Palm Lake subdivision. High tide will occur around 11 pm. Wind will be 35-40 mph with sustained gusts. A total of 3 to 5 inches of rain is expected. 11-09-2009

• PARISH SAYS INDIVIDUAL FEMA AID AVAILABLE 10-15-2008

• Emergency food stamp office opening in Slidell 09-19-2008

• FINAL STORM DEBRIS SWEEP UNDER WAY 09-16-2008

Update from Mayor Morris - 9/12/08, 8:30 p.m. The city is currently experiencing widespread flooding in low-lying areas as a result of the storm surge created by Hurricane Ike. As officials had anticipated, Palm Lake Subdivision and Camellia Drive are flooded, and many of that area’s residents are being evacuated from their homes by boat. It’s a reality that numbs the weary residents who are still working to recover from the flooding caused by Hurricane Gustav just a week ago. The evacuation efforts will continue through the night until all residents who did not heed the voluntary evacuation requests have been removed from their residences, says Slidell Mayor Ben Morris. For more information, read the full press release. 09-13-2008

Update from Mayor Morris, 9/13/08, 3 p.m. Mayor Morris has provided the following updates as to Slidell’s current status: The breach in the levee behind First Baptist Church on Pontchartrain Drive is being closed. Palm Lake Subdivision and Camellia Drive are still closed due to street flooding. Residents have used kayaks and flatboats to access their homes. Chamale Cove streets remain flooded as well. The roads are currently navigable by trucks only. Drivers are asked to proceed slowly so as not to cause a wake and increase the possibility of home flooding. The public boat launch at Heritage Park is still underwater, as is the access roadway in front of the launch. It appears the water is finally receding, so these conditions may change before day’s end. 09-13-2008

• IKE PROBLEMS IN ST. TAMMANY Heavy winds lash St. Tammany. Rising tide threatens low-lying areas. 09-12-2008

> STATE OF EMERGENCY DECLARED IN PARISH 09-12-2008

• WE DON\'T LIKE IKE! 09-11-2008

EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE INFORMATION 09-09-2008

Citizen Update, 9-5-08, 4 p.m. A post-Gustav update from Mayor Ben Morris 09-05-2008

Slidell residents are returning and relieved Slidell citizens who evacuated for Hurricane Gustav began returning to their homes at 6 a.m. yesterday following the opening of parish entryways. Residents who have not yet returned are advised that some basic services will still be unavailable or limited, so they should prepare accordingly before returning. Citizens who are able to delay their return may wish to consider doing so, given the current status of services within the city. See press release for full details. 09-04-2008

CLECO making progress in power restoration, 9-3, 10:30 a.m. 09-03-2008

Gustav update for Slidell - 7 p.m. Sept. 3 09-03-2008

2008. 7 pm. Sept3. Post-Gustav update No. 2 09-03-2008

9-2-08, 2:30 p.m. Gustav Update 09-02-2008

9-2-08, 5:00 p.m. Update: Parish open for return tomorrow Limited services are available. Citizens are encouraged to review all information prior to returning. 09-02-2008

UPDATE TO SLIDELL RESIDENTS, 8-31, 9:30 p.m. 09-01-2008

Gustav Update 9-1, 10:00 a.m. 09-01-2008

Gustav update, 9-1, 1 p.m. 09-01-2008

9-1-08, 5 p.m.--Mayor to evacuees: Do not return yet Mayor Morris asks that evacuees remain safely out of town while the city's infrastructure is restored. See full details in the attached press release. 09-01-2008

CURFEW ORDERED IN ST. TAMMANY 08-31-2008

• Evacuee shelter updates 08-31-2008

Notice to residents with property damage 08-31-2008

Parish sandbag locations 08-29-2008

HURRICANE GUSTAV: NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS 08-28-2008

No room at the animal shelter 08-28-2008

Flood risks in St. Tammany Parish 10-09-2007

Debris Removal and Waste Information Please review these specifications regarding removal of your hurricane debris and waste pickup. 03-24-2006

Notice from FEMA - Tree & Debris Removal from Private Property 03-24-2006

Dept. of Public Safety - New Office Hours Please review new hours for this department, which handles permits and inspections. 03-24-2006

Form: Right-of-Entry on Private Property for Debris Removal 02-09-2006

Form: Right-of-Entry on Private Property for Demolition 02-09-2006

Operation Blessing Continues to Serve Hurricane Katrina Victims 01-26-2006

Katrina Emergency Tax Relief Act of 2005 01-12-2006

Notice from Corps of Engineers - Stump & Debris Removal 12-21-2005

FEMA website provides Flood Zone Maps Find flood zone information for specific properties using this information. 12-14-2005

Large Appliance - White Goods - Final Free Curbside Pick Up 12-14-2005

Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off - Final Date 12-14-2005

Mayor's update - December 2, 2005 12-02-2005

Energy Assistance Available 12-02-2005

City Utility Bills Mailed Out Today 11-21-2005

EPA Information on Handling Household Waste Products 11-21-2005

Notice - Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off Opens 11-18-2005

Update from St. Tammany Economic Development Foundation 11-18-2005

Mayor's Update November 18, 2005 11-18-2005

City of Slidell to Remove Illegal Signs 11-17-2005

NOTICE - White Goods & Hazardous Household Waste Removal 11-16-2005

Small Business Loans Available Update from the St. Tammany Economic Development Foundation 11-11-2005

Noah's Wish Honored by City of Slidell 11-11-2005

NOTICE - Slidell Debris Removal 11-11-2005

Mayor's Message - November 11, 2005 11-11-2005

Occupational License Renewal Notice 11-07-2005

Mayor's Update November 3, 2005 11-07-2005

White Goods / Appliance Debris Pick Up 10-27-2005

Mayor Morris' Letter to FEMA Concerning Hazard Mitigation Grant Program 10-27-2005

Mayor's Update - October 27, 2005 10-27-2005

Mayor's Update - October 21, 2005 10-21-2005

City of Slidell Resumes Utility Billing 10-20-2005

Mayor's Update - October 13, 2005 10-17-2005

Mayor's Update October 17, 2005 10-17-2005

Entertainer John Tesh Heads Up Katrina Convoy to Slidell 10-14-2005

Zanesville, OH Sends help to Slidell 10-14-2005

Mayor's Update - October 7, 2005 10-07-2005

An Open Letter to the Citizens of St. Tammany Fire District 1 10-05-2005

Mayor's Update - October 5, 2005 10-05-2005

Mayor's Update October 3, 2005 10-04-2005

City Grateful for Relief Organizations 10-04-2005

Mayor's Update September 30, 2005 09-30-2005

Red Cross in Slidell to Give Financial Assistance 09-29-2005

Mayor's Update 9-18-05 09-28-2005

Mayor's Hurricane Rita and Katrina Update 9-22-03 09-28-2005

Mayor's Hurricane Update - Sept. 26, 2005 09-28-2005

Mayor's Update Sept. 28, 2005 09-28-2005

Mayor's Hurricane Update - Sept. 23, 2005 09-27-2005

City Working on Plan for Utility Billing 09-23-2005

Emergency Clean-Up Assistance 09-22-2005

Mayor's Update 9-16-05 09-22-2005

Mayor's Update 9-19-05 09-22-2005

Mayor's Update 9-21-05 09-22-2005

Caution to Homeowners When Hiring a Contractor 09-15-2005

FEMA Assistance Available 09-15-2005

Library Offers Internet Access for FEMA Claims 09-15-2005

A Message to Contractors and Vendors 09-15-2005

Army Corp of Engineers Blue Roof Service Relocating 09-15-2005

Steps to Restore Power in City of Slidell 09-13-2005

Mayor's Update 9-12-05 09-13-2005

Mayor's Update 9-10-05 09-10-2005

Post Hurricane Aerial Shots 1 09-03-2005

Post Hurricane Aerial Shots 2 09-03-2005

Post Hurricane Photos/Pontchartrain Blvd. 09-03-2005

Post Hurricane Photos/Pontchartrain Drive 2 09-03-2005

Post Hurricane Photos/Olde Towne Slidell 09-03-2005

A message to Slidell employees from Mayor Ben O. Morris 09-02-2005

A message to the citizens of Slidell From Mayor Ben O. Morris 09-02-2005