Oil City hurricane guide¶
Oil City is a small town on the shore of Caddo Lake in northern Caddo Parish, far from the coast. The town has its own police department and runs its own water system. After hours, the town sends police calls to the Caddo Parish Sheriff's dispatch.
Checked on October 2, 2026
Every phone number and web address on this page was checked against official sources on that date. Details can change, especially during a storm. Always follow instructions from the Town of Oil City. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: townofoilcity.com
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Town Hall | 318-995-6681 | Office line. Not for emergencies. Also for Water Works. |
| Police non-emergency | 318-995-6205 | Oil City Police Department. For police matters that are not emergencies. |
| Fire district office | 318-995-7114 | Caddo Fire District No. 7. Office line. Not for emergencies. |
County services that cover Oil City¶
Caddo Parish manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Oil City. The Caddo Parish guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Parish of Caddo emergency alerts (Notify Me): Sign up for parish emergency alerts before a storm. Website.
- Caddo Parish Sheriff's Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness: The parish emergency management page, with the parish emergency plan and a guide to using sandbags. Website.
Power, water and debris¶
- Oil City water emergency (after hours): Report water main breaks and other water emergencies after hours. Phone: 318-519-5433. Website.
Related guides¶
- Should I evacuate?
- What to expect at a hurricane shelter
- Hurricane supply list
- After a hurricane: the first 24 hours
- Insurance claims and disaster aid
Sources¶
Checked on October 2, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.