St. Francis Winter Weather Update | January 24, 2026 | 9:45 a.m.
This message is being sent to all team members in the Northeast Louisiana market.
CODE GRAY is now active in the NELA market.
NELA Market Current Status
- Code Gray: Active as of 7 a.m. on Saturday, January 24
- Inclement Weather Policy: Active
- Disaster Pay Policy: Active as of 7 a.m. on Saturday, January 24
As you are aware, a winter weather event is now impacting our area. The hospital and emergency room remains open and fully operational. We have adequate supplies available to support both patients and team members throughout this weather event. Also, our facilities team has implemented plans prioritizing the safety of all patients, visitors and team members.
Sleeping Assignments - If needed, report to the Nursing Supervisor's Office for sleeping assignments. Please bring all essential items including a pillow, extra clothing, medications, and personal items. One set of linens will be provided.
Meals - Team members working during the Code Gray will receive a meal ticket to the St. Francis Cafe.
Code Gray Clocking Instructions - When it's necessary to float your rest/sleep time during this Code Gray event, please clock to 401.10321.4555.8507. When on shift, please code to your home department. Activation pay begins when the Code Gray is effective. Click here for clocking instructions.
TV Service - Although we are not anticipating any TV outages during the pending inclement weather this weekend, it is possible that our satellite service could be temporarily impacted. We do have local TV service on channels 53-68 which are not impacted by satellite service outage so our patients and team members can keep up-to-date on the weather by viewing these local TV channels.
Current Market Impacts:
- St. Francis Community Health Center will be closed on Monday, January 26.
- St. Francis Medical Group clinics will be closed on Monday, January 26, for in-person visits. Some providers will be available for virtual visits for established patients.
- St. Francis Urgent Care Clinic locations (3424 Cypress Street in West Monroe and 2020 Tower Drive in Monroe) will be closing at 12 noon today due to the inclement weather and hazardous road conditions. These clinics will remain closed on Sunday, January 25, 2026.
- General Orientation will be held virtually on Monday, January 26.
- Mass will not be held in the St. Francis Chapel on Sunday, January 25, and Monday, January 26.
- Levels 6-8 of the parking garage are now closed for safety purposes due to potential icy conditions.
REMINDERS
Remain Weather Aware | Check local forecasts and take steps to prepare your homes, pets, and vehicles. Call 211 for the location of local warming stations if needed.
Travel | Allow for extra time and consider alternate routes to avoid bridges and ramps. If you are an essential healthcare worker, and need a ride, the Ouachita Sheriff's Department is available. This service is only available for those residing in Ouachita Parish outside the city limits. Call (318) 329-1200. You can also call 511 for specific road conditions.
Connect | Communicate directly with your area leaders about questions and concerns.
Updates | You can expect to receive additional updates as conditions evolve through text, email, and TeamTalk. Your leader will provide updates relevant to your specific work area.
Inclement Weather Policies & Pay Practices
Understand more about Code Gray by reviewing the policies and procedures linked below. Please connect with your leader with any questions you may have.
Stay Informed with Text Alerts The best way to stay informed during a weather event impacting our ministry is to update your contact information and enroll in our emergency text alerts. To be sure you get the information you need, please. Update your contact information by clicking here.
Hospital Operator (318) 966-4000 | Nursing Supervisor (318) 966-5234
