Bastrop sits at the junction of U.S. 425 and U.S. 165 in western Morehouse Parish, about 121 feet above sea level. Rain arrives fairly evenly through the calendar, close to 58.4 inches in a typical year, and the town's recorded extremes run from 110°F all the way down to 12 below zero.
When a leak, storm or fire leaves a mess, phone (866) 937-3230. Fire & Water Energy is a referral service, not a contractor: we try to match Bastrop callers with an independent restoration company that works in the area, and whether one is free depends on those local businesses. The how it works page lays out each step, and the referral disclosure explains our relationship with the companies we refer callers to.
What Morehouse Parish weather throws at Bastrop houses
Because precipitation here is spread across roughly 96 wet days a year rather than one rainy season, roofs, gutters and drainage get tested in every month. July afternoons average around 91°F, while January nights dip to about 34°F on average.
Federal records show how often the parish has been part of a major disaster: severe storms and tornadoes in 2019, storms and flooding in 2016, winter storm declarations in 2021 and 2026, and hurricane declarations covering Katrina and Rita (2005), Gustav (2008), Isaac (2012), Laura and Delta (2020) and Ida (2021). The town's history with water goes back further; it hosted a relief camp for people displaced by the Great Mississippi Flood of 1927.
Leaks, split pipes and water damage repair in Bastrop
A record low of -12°F is a reminder that northeast Louisiana freezes harder than the coast. Pipes in crawlspaces, exterior walls and unheated garages are the usual failures, and the water often shows up only after the thaw. Summer brings a different set of problems: clogged AC condensate lines, failed water heater tanks and supply hoses behind appliances.
For water damage restoration, Bastrop homeowners can expect a contractor to stop the source, extract water, take moisture readings and set drying equipment before any rebuilding. See burst pipe water damage and water damage repair.
Federal disaster declarations that included Morehouse Parish
FEMA records show Morehouse Parish was included in 12 major disaster declarations for weather or fire events from 2000 through 2026 (7 hurricane, 2 severe storm, 1 winter storm, 1 severe ice storm, 1 flood, by FEMA incident type). Declarations are made at the county level, so they do not mean every neighborhood in Bastrop was affected. The most recent:
- 2026 – Severe Winter Storm (DR-4900)
- 2021 – Hurricane Ida (DR-4611)
- 2021 – Severe Winter Storms (DR-4590)
- 2020 – Hurricane Delta (DR-4570)
- 2020 – Hurricane Laura (DR-4559)
- 2019 – Severe Storms and Tornadoes (DR-4439)
Source: OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries, retrieved 2026-10-10. Counts include major disaster (DR) declarations with hurricane, flood, severe storm, tropical storm, fire, tornado, coastal storm, winter or ice storm, mudslide and dam/levee incident types.
Water, fire or storm damage in Bastrop?
Call (866) 937-3230 and tell us what happened at your Bastrop property.
Smoke and soot in an older parish seat
Bastrop was incorporated in the 1850s and still has a historic downtown, so plenty of buildings here predate modern wiring and insulation. Cold snaps push people toward space heaters and fireplaces, and ice-storm outages bring generators into garages, each a common fire source.
After a fire, a typical contractor secures the structure, hauls out ruined material, cleans soot from surfaces and treats lingering odor in framing and fabrics. Our fire damage cleanup and smoke odor removal pages walk through the steps.
Storm and flood cleanup when the rain won't quit
The 2016 and 2019 declarations both involved severe storms, and tornado damage typically means open roofs, broken windows and fallen trees that let more rain in for days. Tarping and boarding are usually the first jobs before any interior drying.
Floodwater that enters from outside is treated as contaminated, so soaked drywall, insulation and carpet pad generally come out. The storm damage cleanup and flood cleanup pages explain the process.
Keeping mold out after a wet week
Hot, sticky summers mean damp materials can start growing mold within a few days. Drying fast matters more than any spray. The EPA suggests a homeowner can usually handle a moldy patch smaller than about 10 square feet; anything bigger, hidden behind walls, or caused by floodwater is better left to a remediation professional using containment. More on mold remediation.
First moves for Bastrop residents after damage
- Dial 911 for fire, injuries, a gas smell or downed power lines.
- Watch Morehouse Parish announcements and National Weather Service warnings during storms and freezes.
- Turn off the water main if a pipe bursts, and stay out of standing water near outlets or appliances.
- Take photos of every damaged room before anything is moved, and hold on to receipts for tarps or emergency repairs.
- Ask your insurer or agent what your policy covers; flood insurance is usually a separate policy.
Neighborhoods and nearby communities
Nearby communities with their own pages (straight-line distance from Bastrop):
- Monroe · 22 mi
- West Monroe · 23 mi
- Claiborne · 24 mi
- Ruston · 46 mi
- Greenville, MS · 66 mi
- Vicksburg, MS · 67 mi
Bastrop restoration FAQs
How cold does it get in Bastrop?
January nights average a little under 34°F, and the record low is -12°F. That is cold enough to freeze uninsulated plumbing, so wrap exposed pipes and let faucets drip during hard freezes.
Has Morehouse Parish had federal disaster declarations?
Yes, a dozen since 2000 by FEMA's count, including hurricanes from Katrina to Ida, storms and flooding in 2016, tornadoes in 2019, and winter storms in 2021 and 2026. Declarations cover the whole parish, not specific streets.
Should I tear out wet drywall myself?
If the water was clean and the area is small, removing a strip of soaked drywall can speed drying. If the water came from outside or a sewer line, wear protective gear or leave it to a contractor, and photograph everything first for your insurer.
Will a Fire & Water Energy employee come out to my Bastrop house?
No. We have no crews or offices. We try to connect you with an independent contractor serving the Bastrop area, and that company sets its own schedule, scope and price.
Restoration guides
- Burst Pipe Water Damage
- Water Damage Repair
- Storm Damage Cleanup
- Fire Damage Cleanup
- Flood Cleanup
- Mold Remediation