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Fire hydrant flow testing to begin Aug. 16

The West Monroe Fire Department will begin fire hydrant flow testing on fire hydrants throughout the city, beginning August 16. There may be a temporary drop in water pressure and discolored water.

Call WMFD at (318) 397-0758 with questions.

Free COVID vaccines available this Tuesday and Wednesday

The West Monroe Police Department will be offering free COVID vaccines this Tuesday and Wednesday to the public.

The West Monroe Police Department will be offering free COVID vaccines to the public this Tuesday and Wednesday.

Both Moderna and Pfizer vaccines will be offered. Children between the ages of 12-18 will be allowed to receive the Pfizer vaccine.

Vaccines...

City water customers experiencing low water pressure; boil advisory in effect

City of West Monroe water customers are experiencing low water pressure due to unprecedented freezing temperatures. Customers are asked to conserve water when possible. A boil advisory is in effect until further notice.

City of West Monroe water customers are experiencing low water pressure due to unprecedented freezing temperatures over an extended period of time.

Public Works crews have been working throughout the night to restore normal water operations.

Customers...

City of West Monroe offices closed Feb. 15 due to inclement weather

City of West Monroe offices will be closed Feb. 15 due to inclement weather including Kiroli Park, West Monroe Recycling Center and the West Ouachita Public Transit System. Emergency responders will remain on duty to assist the public as needed.

City of West Monroe offices will be closed on Monday, Feb. 15 due to inclement weather including Kiroli Park, West Monroe Recycling Center and the West Ouachita Public Transit System. Emergency responders will still be on duty to assist the public as...

I20 EB

I20 EB is currently closed down at Stella Mill on due to an accident in Monroe EB around the civic center.

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Significant traffic delays on I-20 eastbound

Accident on I-20 Bridge (eastbound) causing significant traffic delays

The West Monroe Police Department has received notification of an accident on the I-20 Bridge (eastbound) in Monroe that is causing significant traffic delays. Traffic is backed up past Thomas Road.

Motorists traveling eastbound are encouraged to seek...

Stay off the roads due to storm damage

West Monroe Police have advised the public to stay off the roads if at all possible. Several intersections are blocked due to trees or down power lines.

The following roads are blocked due to trees or down power lines. PLEASE AVOID THESE INTERSECTIONS:
South 5th/Lazarre
Lazarre/South 3rd
Splane/Nye
South Riverfront/Coleman
West Highland/Arkansas
North 7th/Cypress

There are also reports of a down tree at...

Weather-related phone issues to WMPD

Due to Hurricane Laura we are unable to accept calls directly to the West Monroe Police Department. If you have an emergency please dial 911. For non-emergency services please dial 318-322-3970 to contact our dispatch center.

Phone westher-related issues RESOLVED (updated 11am)

Our phone service has been restored. You may again call 396-2722 for non-emergency calls to our dispatch center.
As always call 911 for emergencies.

Arkansas Road Construction

Beginning June 2 through June 5, a portion of Arkansas Road will be paved between Jersey Street and West Highland, including the roundabouts at Kiroli Road and Warren Drive. Traffic delays are expected.

The La. Dept. of Transportation and Development has announced that beginning at 7 a.m. on June 2 through June 5, Gilchrist Construction is scheduled to pave Arkansas Road between Jersey Street and West Highland. This includes the roundabouts at Kiroli...

City of West Monroe to distribute face masks April 27

The City of West Monroe will distribute free cloth face masks to residents and businesses on Monday, April 27.

The City of West Monroe will distribute cloth face masks to City of West Monroe residents and businesses, beginning on Monday, April 27.

The City of West Monroe received a generous donation of cloth face masks from Hanes Brands Inc through the Ouachita...

Street closures announced for Krewe of Janus Parade

Street closures have been announced for Saturday's Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras Parade, which begins at 6 p.m. on Natchitoches Street in West Monroe. Street closures, parade route and a schedule of activities can be found at www.westmonroe.com

The City of West Monroe has announced the following street closures for the Krewe of Janus Mardi Gras Parade to be held on Saturday, February 15.

The parade is set to roll at 6 p.m. on Natchitoches Street in West Monroe.

The parade will travel on...

Street closures announced for Saturday's Mardi Gras Parade

The West Monroe Police Department has announced street closures for Saturday's Krewe de Riviere Mardi Gras Parade, which begins at 5 p.m. from West Monroe High School. Street closures and parade route can be found at www.westmonroe.com

Beginning at 4 p.m., the West Monroe Police Department will close Travis Street between the 500 and 700 blocks until the end of the parade has turned onto N. 7th Street.

At 4:30 p.m., N. 7th Street (south of Travis Street) to Mill Street will be closed...

Railroad Crossing at Montgomery Street to close Jan. 31-Feb. 3

The railroad grade crossing at Montgomery Street in West Monroe will be closed to all traffic beginning on Friday, January 31 at 5 p.m. until Monday, February 3 at 5 p.m.

The railroad grade crossing at Montgomery Street in West Monroe will be closed to all vehicular traffic beginning on Friday, January 31 at 5 p.m. until Monday, February 3 at 5 p.m.

The closure is for Kansas City Railroad to perform a track replacement....

Severe weather expected overnight

Severe weather is expected overnight with a chance of tornadoes. Residents are encouraged to download a phone app or have access to a radio for overnight weather updates.

Severe weather is expected overnight with a chance of tornadoes. Residents are encouraged to download a weather app on their phone or have access to a radio for warnings or updates that may be given throughout the night.

The West Monroe Police Department...