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Local Government & PoliticsKATCAugust 27, 2026

Small fire breaks out at Lafayette City Hall

A small electrical fire broke out at Lafayette City Hall on Thursday afternoon. No injuries were reported and fire officials have determined the fire was caused by an electrical issue.

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Who represents this spot

Andy NaquinLafayette City Council · District 2
Bryan TaborLafayette Parish Council · District 1
Roddy BergeronLafayette Parish School Board · District 6

Development cases nearby

1019 Lee AvenueZoning Variance · 0.3 mi away · approximate locationOn the agenda September 10, 2026 · Agenda
Lots 4-12, Block 6, General Mouton Avenue RezoningRezoning · 0.4 mi away · approximate locationOn the agenda September 21, 2026 · Agenda
908 W Congress StreetZoning Variance · 0.5 mi away · approximate locationOn the agenda July 9, 2026 · Agenda

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Schools nearby

Cathedral-Carmel School0.3 mi away
Lafayette Middle School0.4 mi away

Parks nearby

Parc Putnam0.4 mi away
Parc Sans Souci0.5 mi away

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