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When winter weather strikes, will you be ready? It's critical that you are, for your safety and your family's. The key is to have a winning game plan.
We want to help you in developing a simple but successful game plan for your family. That way, they'll know what to do, where to go and who to call when winter related weather strikes. Click through our checklist to help you prepare and ensure the safety and well-being of you and your loved ones.
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Louisiana Disaster Food StampsPre-Apply Online now for Disaster Food Stamps All low- to moderate-income Louisianians may be eligible for Disaster Food Stamp benefits in the event of a natural disaster and should pre-apply now for benefits online or by phone. Current Food Stamp recipients do not need to pre-apply and would receive disaster benefits automatically.

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December 2009 Get A Game Plan Gator PSA Baton Rouge, LA - The Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP) has released a new public service announcement focusing on kids being prepared for disasters. The video features the Get A Game Plan Gator, Hollywood Hal and Rineston Al

November 2009 Winter Weather PSA Baton Rouge, LA - The Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (GOHSEP) released a new public service announcement featuring professional golfer David Toms. In the video Mr. Toms discusses the importance of Louisiana residents being prepared for winter weather.

September 1, 2009 GOHSEP Partners With Local Community Show Baton Rouge, LA - GOHSEP is partnering with the "Around Town TV Show" for special emergency preparedness segments. A new segment will air the first Saturday of every month.

June 2, 2009 Get a Game Plan website gets new look and GOHSEP uses social networking tool Baton Rouge, LA -The Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness  has updated its Get a Game Plan website, www.getagameplan.org. GOHSEP Director Mark Cooper says the overhauled website is now more user-friendly and more comprehensive regarding its content.

May 29, 2009
Gov. Jindal Joins New Orleans Saints To Kick Off 2009 “Get A Game Plan” Hurricane Preparedness Campaign Baton Rouge, LA -Governor Bobby Jindal joined members of the New Orleans Saints to kick off the state’s 2009 “Get A Game Plan” hurricane preparedness.

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