Sulphur Mines Investigation

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This page was last updated 2/6/2024.

On September 20, 2023, Commissioner Monique M. Edwards of the Louisiana Office of Conservation issued an emergency declaration at the Sulphur Mines salt dome near the town of Sulphur, Louisiana. Shortly after, Governor John Bel Edwards issued an emergency proclamation. This page is intended to provide concerned citizens and interested parties with information regarding the ongoing investigation at the Sulphur Mines salt dome. 

 Office of Conservation Letter to Residents - Issued September 29, 2023

Sulphur Community Update Meeting 2/6/2026

Sulphur Town Hall Meeting 12/19/2023

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Briefing to Calcasieu Parish Officials 9/25/2023

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Latest Office of Conservation (OOC) LDENR Sulphur Mines News Releases

Gov. Edwards and Office of Conservation declare emergency for Calcasieu Parish salt cavern operation - 9/20/2023