This tool provides information about compounds that could impact residents living near oil and gas development or other industrial sites. All presented information comes from reliable, peer-reviewed sources, with links available in the tool. If there is a compound you are concerned about that is not included here, please reach out to us on the ‘Contact Us’ page.
Air pollution adds up
There’s no question, industrial facilities in Southwest Louisiana are polluting our air.
Regulators limit these facilities on an individual basis, but our community needs answers about the total impact these air pollutants have on our health.
Disaster Resources
Here are some resources for rebuilding resilience. We suggest you read them before starting any rebuilding after storms or if you have decided to remodel or reroof your home. An ounce of prevention …
The first file is a page with QR Codes you can scan and open the document from your phone easily. All of the files are must reads for storm resiliency rebuilding.
Resilient Rebuilding Flier – Repair approaches that will help the home you are repairing to be restored in a way that will protect it from future storms, be the threat wind, rain or flood water.
ASFPM Crawlspace Protection 2020 – Actions You Can Take to Protect a Flood-Prone House or Business with a Crawlspace
Reroofing – Addressing deteriorating or damaged roof decking on an existing home
Taping Roof Seams – Material Options for Taping Roof Deck Seams
Qualified Sealed Roofing – Installation of a#30 felt as a Qualified Sealed Roof Deck System for Asphalt Shingles or Metal Roofing
High Wind – Guide to Wood Frame Construction in High Wind Areas for One- and Two-Family Dwellings
Load Paths – Explanation of Load Paths in Wooden Home Construction
Load Path Connectors – Use of Brackets and Connectors for Wooden Home Construction
Wet Floodproofing – Reducing Damage from Floods
Mold Removal – Mold Removal Guidelines For Your Flooded Home
FAQs — After Gutting a Flooded Home – Steps to take after Flooded House