City of Monroe, LA

City of Monroe Prepares for Inclement Weather

(Monroe, LA) In anticipation of predicted heavy rainfall in the next couple of days, the City of Monroe Public Works Department is urging residents to ensure that all debris is cleared from yards, ditches, curb sides, drainage grates, etc. Residents should make sure their ditches are mowed and litter free so water can flow/drain properly.

Any precautions that can be taken prior to additional heavy rainfall would be most helpful in preventing possible localized flooding.

All Sanitation crews are out clearing ditches, curbs, and gutters. Any assistance from residents will be greatly appreciated.

Sandbagging Operations

All sandbagging stations will open at 4:00 p.m. They are self-serve stations.

The Monroe residents are welcome to stop by the locations listed below to fill their own sandbags. Sand, shovels, and bags will be at the following locations:

SAUL ADLER REC. CENTER – 3900 WESTMINISTER AVENUE
EMILY P. REC. CENTER – 3504 JACKSON STREET
MARBLES REC. CENTER – 2950 RENWICK STREET
HARVEY BENOIT REC. CENTER – 1700 OAKLAWN DRIVE

Again, the Public Works Department will provide shovels, sand, and bags for residents to fill their own bags. Please limit to 15 bags per resident and please leave shovels at the site.

Please share with your audience. Thank you!

Best,

Michelli Martin
Media Relations Director
michelli.martin@ci.monroe.la.us
318-372-7640

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