Emergency Preparedness

Status update (09.22.23) - Saltwater intrusion from the Gulf of Mexico

We are closely monitoring the potential impact of saltwater intrusion from the Gulf of Mexico. According to current predictions, there is a risk of saltwater exposure to our local water intakes via the Mississippi River, impacting municipal water systems. This is an unprecedented situation, and the full extent of the impact is still unknown.

Saltwater intrusion can have implications not only for drinking water but also for day-to-day operations. Therefore, we are taking early precautions to ensure that water at all our facilities remains safe for all purposes, including drinking.

We are committed to keeping our patients and team safe throughout this situation. We will continue to provide timely updates on this webpage as new information arises to ensure your safety and well-being.

LCMC Health has plans in place to ensure the safety of our patients and staff

When a tropical storm or hurricane threatens New Orleans, LCMC Health will activate its emergency plan to provide patients, their family members, and staff with up-to-date information regarding our preparations, announcements about closing and reopening the facilities, and other relevant instructions. In addition, www.lcmchealth.org will be updated with vital information.

Information you need

For health-related questions or help finding care, call our Nurse Hotline at 504.962.6202.

For all media inquiries, please email lcmcmedia@lcmchealth.org.

Keeping you well and safe this hurricane season

Get detailed information and updates from our hospitals

Team member preparation

If you’re an LCMC Health team member, don’t forget to acknowledge your team designation in the LCMC Health Emergency Communication System by June 30. In the event of a disaster or severe weather, we want to be able to reach you directly with status updates.

Acknowledge my team designation for 2023

Weather updates for hospital and medical staff

Please be sure to check the LCMC Health intranet for updates.

Employee intranet links:

• LCMC Health corporate
• Children's Hospital
• East Jefferson General Hospital
• Lakeview Hospital
• New Orleans East Hospital
• Touro
• Tulane Medical Center / Lakeside Hospital
• University Medical Center
• West Jefferson Medical Center

Weather resources:

• NOLA Ready
• Get A Game Plan
• State of Louisiana Emergency Office
• Ready America
• Louisiana Hospital Association
• National Hurricane Center
• CDC Emergency Preparedness
• New Orleans Street Closure Listing
• FEMA