JOINT INFORMATION CENTER
News Desk #: (225) 358-5361
FEMA News Desk #: 225.376.5000
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
September 3, 2008
Division of Administration News Update
All state government offices closed Thursday
Commissioner of Administration Angele Davis has announced the closure of all state government offices on Thursday, September 4, 2008, due to Hurricane Gustav.
Essential personnel, including employees that are required to work due to Hurricane Gustav, should report to work as directed by their supervisors.
All agency heads are responsible for determining those essential personnel who should remain on duty.
If additional closures are to be announced, updates will be issued periodically. State employees should monitor media regarding office closures as well as announcements of when offices are scheduled to reopen. Those announcements will be made by the Commissioner of Administration. In addition, employees should be aware of the 800 number and the local phone number, which will be updated with information regarding office closures. The numbers to call: 1-800-360-9660 or 225-342-0498.
For the latest on Hurricane Gustav, you can visit emergency.louisiana.gov or call the state's emergency hotline at 1-866-288-2484 to listen to a recorded message with the most up-to-date information.
