Press Releases
Tuesday, Dec 12, 2023 - 8:08 am
BOIL ADVISORY ISSUED FOR Overton Street Alexandria, Louisiana— Repairs to an 8-inch water main on Overton Street has resulted in the need for a boil water advisory, according to Luis Saucier, Assistant Superintendent of Water Department. Because water pressure was lost during the repair process, the water in the affected area may have been compromised. As a precaution, the Alexandria Water Department is issuing a boil advisory effective immediately. This boil advisory is to remain in effect until otherwise noted. The boil water advisory is issued for customers located in the...
Thursday, Nov 30, 2023 - 2:27 pm
The Alexandria Fire Department responded to three building fires within the last twenty-four hours. On November 29, 2023, at 11:03 AM, the Alexandria Fire Department was dispatched to the La Quinta Inn and Suites on West Calhoun Drive in reference to a hotel room on fire. The fire was brought under control by the building’s fire protection system. The first arriving firefighters verified the fire was contained while other firefighters assisted the occupants in evacuation. Once the situation was determined to be safe, the scene was released, and the investigation revealed an electrical issue...
Tuesday, Nov 28, 2023 - 3:06 pm
Ball Lane Boil Advisory LiftedWater tests clean Alexandria, La. (November 28, 2023)—The boil advisory issued Monday, November 27, 2023, for Ball Lane is now lifted. Repairs to a 6 inch water main made by COA personnel resulted in the need for a boil water advisory. The State of Louisiana has tested the water, and the results of the tests are clear, according to Assistant Water Superintendent Luis Saucier. The Alexandria Water Department has lifted the boil advisory for businesses and residents located in the area described below: All the properties along Ball Lane (Please see attached detail...
Wednesday, Nov 15, 2023 - 2:54 pm
Hwy 28 West Boil Advisory LiftedWater tests clean Alexandria, La. (November 15, 2023)—The boil advisory issued Monday, November 13, 2023, for Hwy 28 West is now lifted. Repairs to a 16 inch water main made by COA personnel resulted in the need for a boil water advisory. The State of Louisiana has tested the water, and the results of the tests are clear, according to Assistant Water Superintendent Luis Saucier. The Alexandria Water Department has lifted the boil advisory for businesses and residents located in the area described below: All the properties along Hwy 28 West. (Please see attached...
Tuesday, Nov 14, 2023 - 8:01 am
BOIL ADVISORY ISSUED FOR HWY 28 W Alexandria, Louisiana— Repairs to a 16-inch water main on HWY 28 W has resulted in the need for a boil water advisory, according to Luis Saucier, Assistant Superintendent of Water Department. Because water pressure was lost during the repair process, the water in the affected area may have been compromised. As a precaution, the Alexandria Water Department is issuing a boil advisory effective immediately. This boil advisory is to remain in effect until otherwise noted. The boil water advisory is issued for customers located in the area described...
Sunday, Nov 12, 2023 - 10:20 am
Late Friday evening, Alexandria Utility System Water Department personnel discovered a significant leak in the 16” water main serving homes and businesses on the south side of LA Hwy. 28 West. After significant discussion, it was determined the leak could not be safely repaired without temporarily interrupting water service to homes and businesses in the vicinity. Beginning at 7:00 PM, Monday, November 13, 2023 the 16” main along Hwy. 28 West between John Eskew Drive and McKeithen Drive will temporarily be taken out of service so permanent repairs can be made; repairs are expected to be...
Thursday, Sep 28, 2023 - 4:07 pm
Alexandria Fire Department responded to three abandoned building fires on Magnolia Street on September 28, 2023. At approximately 4:56 AM, the Alexandria Fire Department was dispatched to 12th Street and Magnolia Street regarding an abandoned building fire. Firefighters arrived within two minutes; however, upon arrival, they discovered three buildings on fire. The glow of the fire could be seen by responders from Lee and Huffman Streets. Firefighters brought all three buildings under control within an hour. Due to the severe fire condition, a second alarm was struck. Six engine companies,...
Friday, Sep 22, 2023 - 6:46 pm
At approximately 9:24 AM, the Alexandria Fire Department and Rapides Parish Fire District #2 were dispatched to the corner of Dallas and Locust Streets in reference to a fully involved building fire. The first unit arrived on the scene within two minutes of the initial alarm. A full complement of units was on the scene within seven minutes. AFD dispatched three engine companies, an aerial company, a medical unit, one district chief, and an investigative unit. Rapides Parish Fire District #2 also dispatched two engine companies and a chief unit. The contributing factor in the fire’s cause was...
Wednesday, Sep 20, 2023 - 2:01 pm
Alexandria Fire Department responded to a building fire that occurred on September 20, 2023, in the parking garage at 211 4th Street.At approximately 7:53 AM, the Alexandria Fire Department was dispatched to a parking garage located on the campus of Rapides Regional Medical Center in reference to a vehicle fire on the third floor. The first unit arrived on the scene within four minutes of the initial alarm time. AFD dispatched an engine company, an aerial company, a medical unit, one district chief, and an investigative unit. The fire was controlled within 12 minutes of the first unit's...
Friday, Sep 15, 2023 - 7:25 pm
Alexandria Fire Department responded to an apartment building fire that occurred on September 14, 2023, on Lakeside Drive. At approximately 4:53 PM, the Alexandria Fire Department and Rapides Parish Fire District No: 2 were dispatched to The Sanctuary Apartments at 4015 Lakeside Drive in reference to a fully involved building fire. Rapides Parish Fire District No: 2 arrived within two minutes of the initial alarm time. Both fire departments worked together to bring the fire under control within twenty-five minutes. The fire originated in a downstairs apartment and spread throughout. Six...