As of 7:30p.m. the Red Cross has opened the following shelters for Acadiana flood victims:Iberia Parish
- Cyr-Gates Community Center – 300 Parkview Drive, New Iberia
Lafayette Parish
- Heymann Center – 1373 S. College Road, Lafayette
Vermilion Parish
- Abbeville Boys & Girls Club – 301 A.A. Comeaux Memorial Dr., Abbeville
Livingston Parish
• Bethel Baptist Church – 2149 Circle Drive, Livingston
• First United Methodist Church – 316 Centerville St. NW, Denham Springs
• Riverside Baptist Church – 36890 Highway 16, Watson
In a statement, a Red Cross spokesperson said the organization is collaborating with parish officials as it supports reception centers across the region and plans for overnight shelters.
Anyone evacuating to a Red Cross reception center should bring essential items for each member of the family, as possible:
- Prescriptions and emergency medications
- Foods that meet unusual dietary requirements
- Identification to show residence is in affected area and important personal documents
- Hygiene supplies and other comfort items
- Supplies needed for children and infants, such as diapers, formula and toys
- Special items for family members who are elderly or disabled
- Chargers for any electronic devices you bring with you
Eunice Shelter
Word Ministries on Lorel Street (Old Wal-Mart)
