Lafourche Parish Fire District 3

06/01/2026

5:07PM UPDATE: Highway 308 is back open for traffic. The environmental clean up company is still on scene.

2:18PM UPDATE: State Police is shutting down Highway 308 at East 19th Street for wrecker recovery.

Emergency crews are on the scene of an 18-wheeler that veered off the highway just south of East 19th Street. Traffic remains open and is flowing; however, firefighters are continuing operations along the roadside to contain a diesel fuel spill.

Motorists are urged to use caution when traveling through the area and to remain alert for emergency personnel and equipment.

05/31/2026

🚨🚨 Fire crews are responding to a reported structure fire with smoke visible on East Main Street, north of the Galliano Pontoon Bridge. Please use caution and avoid the area if possible while emergency personnel work on scene.

05/29/2026

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Outer Limits Contractors, James Construction, GIS Engineering, and our dedicated members for their hard work and support in completing the concrete work around our new Training Tower.

05/25/2026

Motor Vehicle Accident with Injuries on Hwy 3235 at Joan Ann Drive. Multiple emergency vehicles on scene. One northbound lane shut down. Please avoid the area, if possible.

05/23/2026

Fire crews responded to several weather-related incidents, including a tree that fell onto a home. No injuries were reported. We'd like to thank Cut & Trim, LLC for their assistance.

05/11/2026

It is an absolute honor for our agency to congratulate the South Lafourche Track & Field team on making history this past Saturday by bringing home the first-ever 4A State Championship Title!

These student-athletes have dedicated countless hours to becoming the very best, and our members understand the value of hard work and training — even if our goals may be different. Being able to celebrate their accomplishments was the perfect way to start our week.

We also want to recognize the athletes who may not have qualified for State but played an important role in pushing their teammates to be their very best throughout the season.

Congratulations to each and every athlete, their parents, coaches, the SLHS Administration, and everyone else who helped make history for our community. Your hard work, dedication, and pride have made the South Lafourche community proud!

We'd also like to thank LPSO Deputy Eno Allemand for helping us set this up.

05/07/2026

05/05/2026

Fire crews are leaving the scene of a fire in the outdoor concession area (the drink counter) on the Home Side of the South Lafourche High School Stadium. Fire was knocked down quickly, causing minimal damage. No injuries were reported.

05/04/2026

**Lafourche Parish Fire District 3 Achieves Class 4 Rating**

Lafourche Parish Fire District 3 (LPFD3) is proud to announce an improved rating from the Property Insurance Association of Louisiana (PIAL), advancing from a Class 5 to a Class 4 rating. This achievement follows a comprehensive audit conducted by PIAL on December 9, 2025, which evaluated the district’s fire operations, water systems, and 911 communications systems.

For more than 30 years, LPFD3 has consistently maintained a Class 5 rating, making this advancement a significant milestone for both the department and the community we serve. The improved classification may result in reduced fire insurance premiums for property owners within the district.

This new rating reflects LPFD3’s ongoing commitment to excellence in fire protection services, efficient operations, and strong community engagement. The improvement is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and professionalism of our firefighters, dispatchers, mechanic/maintenance division, and support personnel, who continuously strive to protect our residents and their property.

The PIAL evaluation process is a comprehensive review that includes:

Emergency response capabilities
Personnel and staffing levels
Training programs
Equipment and apparatus
Water system infrastructure, including hydrants, water mains, and pumping capacity
Communications systems, including both LPFD3’s Communications Center and Lafourche Parish 911

This achievement is the result of strategic improvements implemented prior to the audit, further strengthening the district’s overall capabilities.

LPFD3’s dedicated members—both Career, Volunteer, and Board of Commissioners—remain committed to maintaining and improving upon this Class 4 rating. Through continued training, investment, and service, we aim to ensure that insurance providers and residents alike recognize the strength, reliability, and professionalism of fire protection services within our district.