Hurricane Laura

‘Extended power outages’ expected

From Entergy: “Based on Hurricane Laura's current forecast and track, (the Beaumont) area may see extended power outages. Given the intensity of this hurricane and the additional need for our crews to follow COVID-19 precautionary measures, hardest-hit areas may experience outages for weeks.” www.

County to close Highway 365

Ahead of the pending landfall of Hurricane Laura, Jefferson County has called for the early closure of Hwy 365 gates, shutting off access. County spokesperson Allison Getz advises that the gates will close at 11 a.m. on Aug, 26, one hour early.

Cities make last call for evacuees

Beaumont and Port Arthur mayors are asking for those who need transportation out of town to evacuate from the pending impact of Hurricane Harvey to make their way to staging stations and eating buses as soon as possible.

Mandatory evacuation

Jefferson County Judge Jeff Branick has issued a mandatory evacuation order for all of Jefferson County beginning at 6:30 AM Tuesday morning, Aug. 25, due to the projected impact of Hurricane Laura.