Third District Volunteer Fire Department

09/07/2026

09/05/2026

Westwego Volunteer Fire Department sadly announces the passing of Life Member, Assistant Fire Chief, Retired Operator Robert Guidry, Sr.

Chief Guidry's funeral services will be Wednesday, September 9th from 11:00 am until 1:30 pm @ Mothe Funeral Home - 7040 Lapalco Blvd, Marrero. Mass is in the Chapel at Mothe's for 1:30pm. Procession to follow passing Westwego Fire Station 91. Please keep the Guidry family in your thoughts and prayers.

07/22/2026

🌀 JEFFERSON PARISH WEATHER UPDATE

Jefferson Parish remains under a Tropical Storm Warning as Tropical Storm Bertha continues moving west across the northern Gulf.

Here’s the latest:
💨 Maximum sustained winds remain near 60 mph.
🌀 The storm’s center remains very exposed as it continues moving west.
🌧️ Periods of rain and gusty winds remain possible across our area today.

The biggest concern today may actually be the heat.

🌡️ An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., with heat index values expected to reach 108° to 115°, and isolated locations could briefly experience values as high as 118°.

Please continue to monitor the weather throughout the day, limit outdoor activities during the hottest hours if possible, and check on family members, neighbors, and pets during the extreme heat.

We’ll continue to share updates as conditions change.

07/20/2026

Tropical Depression Update for 7/22/26

The parish has announced the following information as of this morning:

-Jefferson Parish remains under Tropical Storm Warning
-Maximum sustained winds reaching 60mph
-Still moving West, center still very exposed
-Biggest weather threat remains the heat; Extreme Heat Warning in effect starting at 10 am to 6 pm (indices 108 to 115 DEG, 118 a possibility)