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## Gulfport, Bay St. Louis Declare State of Emergency, Implement Curfews **Bay St. Louis, Miss. (AP/WLOX) – The cities of Gulfport and Bay St. Louis have declared states of emergency and implemented curfews following Hurricane Zeta.** **Gulfport Mayor Billy Hewes** signed an emergency declaration Tuesday night that went into effect at 7 p.m. The declaration gives the city authority to take actions necessary to protect the health, safety and welfare of its residents. **Bay St. Louis Mayor Mike Favre** signed a similar declaration Wednesday morning that went into effect immediately. The declaration includes a curfew for the city from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. **The curfews are in place to ensure public safety and prevent looting.** Both cities are asking residents to stay off the roads and avoid downed power lines. Residents are also asked to conserve water and electricity. **Hurricane Zeta made landfall in Louisiana on Wednesday afternoon as a Category 2 hurricane.** The storm brought high winds, heavy rain and storm surge to the Gulf Coast. **The storm is expected to continue to weaken as it moves inland, but it is still a dangerous storm.** Residents in the path of the storm are urged to take precautions and follow instructions from local officials. **Here are some tips for staying safe during a hurricane:** * **Stay informed about the storm.** Listen to local news and weather reports. * **Have a plan.** Know what you will do if the storm hits. * **Secure your home.** Board up windows and doors. * **Stock up on supplies.** Have enough food, water, and other supplies to last for several days. * **Evacuate if necessary.** If you are in an area that is likely to be flooded, evacuate to higher ground. **For more information on hurricane preparedness, visit the website of the National Hurricane Center.**