Eighth Ward Fire Department

06/17/2026

🚨 SELF-SERVE SANDBAGS AVAILABLE* 🚨

Tangipahoa Parish Government has self-serve sandbags available at multiple fire stations throughout the parish as weather conditions are expected to impact our area over the next several days.

🛠️ Bring your own shovel.

🌧️ Residents in flood-prone areas are encouraged to prepare now.

📲 Visit www.Tangipahoa.org and follow Tangipahoa Parish Government on social media for updates.

06/17/2026

⚠️ SELF SERVING SANDBAG SITE at BAILEYVILLE FIRE STATION ⚠️

Tangipahoa Parish Government has self-serve sandbags available at multiple fire stations throughout the parish as weather conditions are expected to impact our area over the next several days.

🛠️ Bring your own shovel.

🌧️ Residents in flood-prone areas are encouraged to prepare now.

📲 Visit www.Tangipahoa.org and follow Tangipahoa Parish Government on social media for updates.

06/16/2026

🌧️ Flood Safety Reminder from Tangipahoa 9-1-1 🌧️

Heavy rainfall is quickly creating hazardous road conditions across our parish. As rain continues to move through the area, we encourage everyone to use caution and stay informed.

🚗 Remember: Turn Around, Don’t Drown®

* Never drive through flooded roadways.
* Just a few inches of moving water can cause you to lose control of your vehicle.
* Water may be deeper than it appears, and the road underneath may be damaged or washed away.

🏠 Stay Safe

* Monitor local weather conditions and alerts.
* Avoid unnecessary travel during periods of heavy rainfall.
* Move to higher ground if flooding threatens your area.
* Keep emergency supplies and charged cell phones readily available.

📞 When to Call 9-1-1
Call 9-1-1 if you encounter a life-threatening emergency, become stranded in rising water, or need immediate emergency assistance.

🚧 If you see flooded roads, obey all barricades and road closure signs. They are placed there for your safety.

Stay weather-aware, stay safe, and help us keep emergency lines available for those experiencing true emergencies.

06/16/2026

Watches and Warnings are being posted across the region. Stay weather aware.
Remember if you come across flooded roadways.
Governor Jeff Landry
Louisiana National Guard

06/16/2026

06/13/2026

Watch out for our brothers and sisters to the north!

06/01/2026

🌀🌧️ HURRICANE SEASON IS HERE! 🌧️🌀

Today marks the 1st day of Hurricane Season! Don’t wait until the cone is headed your way to prepare! ⏳👀

Here are a few easy ways to stay storm ready:

🧃 Stock up on water & snacks
🔋 Charge phones, power banks & flashlights
📄 Keep important documents in a safe place
⛽ Don’t wait until the last minute for gas
🐾 Make a plan for your pets too!
📻 Stay weather aware & monitor local alerts

Remember:
“Preparation beats panic every time.” 💪🌪️

Here are a few pages to keep a watch on during hurricane season:
Tangipahoa Parish Government
NOAA NWS National Hurricane Center
Louisiana State Police
Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD)
Tangipahoa Parish Sheriff's Office
Louisiana Governor's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness

Tangipahoa 911 is here 24/7! Help us help you by being prepared before the storm arrives. Stay safe, Tangipahoa Parish! 💙❤️💛

05/31/2026

We at Eighth Ward Fire would like to give a huge thanks to our brothers and sisters at Loranger Fire and Husser Fire. Eighth Ward Fire responded to reports of a residential structure fire yesterday at approximately 9:30PM on the northern end of our coverage area. Upon arrival of the fire chief, a heavily involved residence was found. Bystanders advised the chief of someone possibly inside; Husser and Loranger were called for man power and water. Personnel were able to make a search and deem no one was inside, this was later backed by family advising all were accounted for. Fire personnel continued into the early morning hours on scene to fully extinguish the blaze. Thank you Husser and Loranger for always answering the call!

05/21/2026

❗️Roadway is back open ❗️

⚠️ Road closure ⚠️

Hwy 445 between Hwy 22 and Fireside, just south of Fireside, is closed in both directions due to a tree on the power line. We will update when the roadway is opened. Please avoid the area.

05/20/2026

Huge shoutout to our members for always striving on improving their skills to better serve our community!

Thank you to Aaron’s Towing for lending us the cars. Unfortunately, they won’t be receiving them in the same condition.

Thank you Mr. Wayne for grabbing some quick photos as well.

Members attending: Chief David Byers, Assistant Chiefs Coty Leard and Hunter Windom, Safety Officer Wayne Ratliff, Firefighters Courtney Dickson, Daniel Vinet, Gabe Doherty, Jereme Leonard, Tammy Leonard, Dalton McElveen, and Albert Long.