The Port of Greater Baton Rouge has a response plan in place in the event of an emergency. The Port of Greater Baton Rouge is also in full compliance with the 2002 Maritime Security Transportation Act. The port adheres to the Lower Mississippi Firefighting Plan; view the pdf here.
The port also works with all federal, state and local agencies to ensure the highest levels of emergency response and that security protocols are met. Additional questions regarding the port's security and emergency response can be directed to John Polansky, P.E., Director of Engineering and Security 225.342.1660; polanskyj@portgbr.com.
A port representative is available 24 hours a day. In the event of an emergency, call: 225.342.5378.
East Baton Rouge Office of Emergency Preparedness 225.389.2139
Port Allen City Police 225.343.5525
Transportation Security Administration - For additional information regarding TSA current events, your regional media coverage, and other TSA public affairs please contact our main office at 571.227.2829, or fax us at 571.227.2552.