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Lafayette looking for new OHSEP director, M-P names interim

Lafayette Parish is searching for a new director to lead its Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (OHSEP) after the former director transitioned to the position of state fire marshal. The parish has named an interim director while the recruitment process is underway.

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