City of Central

🔥⚠️ Critical wildfire conditions will be present across the northern Gulf coast Monday due to gusty winds and very low humidity. ☀️ Abnormally dry/drought conditions across the area will enhance the quick spread of any fires that develop. ❌ Outdoor burning is NOT recommended. National Weather Service New Orleans/Baton Rouge for November 9, 2025, announces a Red Flag Warning in effect from 10 AM to 6 PM CST Monday. The warning is due to strong winds, low humidity, and dry ground conditions, which can cause the rapid spread of wildfires. Safety precautions listed include avoiding outdoor burning and fully extinguishing cigarettes. The map shows the warning area covering all of southeastern Louisiana and southern Mississippi. 🔗 Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry maintains a Burn Ban Map here: https://www.ldaf.la.gov/land/fire/safety?fbclid=IwY2xjawN-CYVleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFzNjlFVjlNVXAyMGpSWEZzc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHkzQMOSReHBIQBGSh5BqWtAQn8doDMvEYqJtCO47pa-imSaZZKfsu_TAO3ke_aem_Fcomi9gGr_Ws8_uwTl-rBg#state-and-local-burn-bans

🌬️❄️ As colder weather moves in, remember the Four Ps. The key to protecting what matters most when temperatures drop! ➡️ People: Check on family, friends, and neighbors, and especially the elderly or those without adequate heat. 🐾 Pets: Bring them inside or make sure they have warm, dry shelter. 🌿 Plants: Cover or move sensitive plants indoors to prevent frost damage. 🚰 Pipes: Wrap exposed pipes and let faucets drip to prevent freezing. A little preparation now can save a lot of trouble later! Stay warm and stay safe, Central! 💙🧣

🥶 Central, get those jackets ready! Our first real taste of winter is on the way! 🌬️ Cooler air is moving in fast, and it’s bringing more than just sweater weather. Here’s what you can expect around our area 👇 🌡️ 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠: 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭: Temperatures will dip into the mid-30s to mid-40s, with a few brief freezing spots possible up toward southwest Mississippi. 𝐌𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐍𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: • North of I-10/12: Expect 3–8 hours of freezing temperatures. • River & Bayou Parishes: May see 1–3 hours below freezing. Even if your area doesn’t freeze, 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐞𝐞𝐥 𝐧𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐧𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐲 𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠, especially north of the I-10/12 corridor. 📸 Be sure to check out the first image for a quick guide on what each cold-weather alert means including Freeze Warnings that could be issued Monday night! 🔥 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬 This will be the first big cold snap of the season, so take a moment to use space heaters safely: ✅ Keep at least 3 feet of space around your heater. 🚫 Never use grills, stoves, or outdoor heaters indoors as they can cause carbon monoxide poisoning. ⚠️ Always turn off heaters before leaving the room or going to bed. Bundle up, Central! The chill is on the way! ❄️💨 Stay safe, stay warm, and take care of each other out there.

City Hall will be closed on Tuesday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day.

The City of Central invites you to come together as we honor the brave men and women who have served our country. 🇺🇸✨
This special ceremony will include guest speakers, patriotic music, and a moment of remembrance for those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors as we pay tribute to our veterans and celebrate their service and dedication to our nation.
Let’s show our appreciation and Central pride. We hope to see you there! ❤️💙
#VeteransDay #CityOfCentral #ThankYouVeterans #CommunityStrong

🎄✨ Join us for the Annual Lighting of the Christmas Tree! ✨🎄 Date: December 6th, 2025 Time: 5:45 PM Location: Corner of Sullivan and Hooper Rd. Kick off the holiday season with festive cheer! The evening will start with a performance by the Central High School's Jazz Band. As night falls, we'll light up the tree and cap off the celebration with a spectacular fireworks show. Bring family, friends, and holiday spirit! 🌟🎶

HAPPENING THIS EVENING!
Fall 2025 Bi-Annual Drainage Summit
Central Community School System School Board 11576 Sullivan Road, Central, LA
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 6:00 – 7:30 PM

💪 Our Public Works crews are hard at work across the City of Central — cleaning, digging, and making sure everything keeps running smoothly! 🚧👏 We appreciate their dedication and effort in keeping our city in great shape for everyone. #CityOfCentral #PublicWorks #TeamCentral

𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐧𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧- Central Greenways Master Plan — The City is working towards safer, more accessible greenways that connects neighbors, parks, and places 🚲🌿 and we need your input! Visit us at Running of the Elves 5K on Nov. 22 or take the online survey (link below) to help design a healthier, more connected Central. 💚 👉 Community Survey link: https://arcg.is/0zP4iv

🚧 These closures are necessary for pavement reconstruction. These closures are subject to change due to adverse weather conditions. DOTD appreciates your patience and reminds you to please drive with caution through the work zone and be on the lookout for work crews and their equipment.

The City of Central Economic Development Foundation's Faith and Nonprofit Coalition is establishing a list of the nonprofit service-based organizations within the City of Central. Our goal is to create communication and collaboration that will allow us to better fulfill our motto, "A Community that Cares." Please send your organization's name and contact information to Ron.Erickson@central-la.gov.

📞 Notice: Our office phone and internet services are currently down. If you need immediate assistance, please contact City Services at 225-262-5000. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your patience as we work to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

Fall 2025 Bi-Annual Drainage Summit Central Community School System School Board 11576 Sullivan Road, Central, LA Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 6:00 - 7:30 PM Watch Live: https://www.youtube.com/live/FRwC87o8EeM?feature=shared

We hope to see you there tomorrow!

Fall 2025 Bi-Annual Drainage Summit
Central Community School System School Board 11576 Sullivan Road, Central, LA
Wednesday, November 5, 2025 | 6:00 – 7:30 PM

Here’s a friendly reminder to set your clocks back one hour before going to bed tonight. The official time change is on Nov. 2nd at 2:00AM.

Central Fire Department’s October Incident Report- Also available on the fire department’s website under calls. Centralfd.org

🎃👻 Happy Halloween, Central! 👻🎃 We hope everyone has a spooktacular night filled with fun, laughter, and lots of sweet treats! 🍬🧡 As you head out for trick-or-treating, remember to stay safe. Watch for little ghosts and goblins crossing the streets, keep an eye out for traffic, and make sure those costumes are easy to see in the dark. 🚦✨ Have fun, make memories, and enjoy a frightfully good evening! 🕸️🦇 #HappyHalloween #CityOfCentral #StaySafe #HaveFun

Daylight Saving Time will come to an end on November 2, 2025, bringing brighter mornings and earlier sunsets. Don’t forget to set your clocks back one hour before going to bed on Saturday night!