Staff Report / Alexandrialocal.org

The Rapides Parish School Board in Alexandria, LA is monitoring Tropical Storm Francine for potential impacts to the area. They are gathering information from the National Weather Service and local law enforcement agencies. By 11:00 a.m. tomorrow, families will be notified about any potential closures for Wednesday. Notifications will be sent through phone calls, text messages, and updates on social media and the school website. The school board appreciates the cooperation of the community as they continue to track the storm. This update was issued on September 9, 2024.

Source: Rapides Parish School Board | Alexandria LA

Source Type: School

Source Location: Alexandria

Alexandria, LA

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