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Adrian Garcia

Commissioner

Emergency-Prep

Hurricane Preparedness:
Before & During the Storm
Quick links to essentials, real-time alerts, and decision-making tools.

What You Need Before the Storm

  • Download the Ready Harris Checklist
  • Sign up for Ready Harris text alerts (Text GULF2025 to 888777)
  • Get Harris County Flood Alerts
  • Prep Household, Pets & Review [Evacuation Routes]
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Support for Vulnerable Residents

  • Register loved ones with STEAR (State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry)
  • Mental health support: Harris Center Crisis Line 713-970-7000
  • Resources for seniors, disability support, and health services
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During the Storm

  • Follow Ready Harris alerts + local news
  • Find a [Cooling Center] near you
  • Track [Flooding & Road Closures] on Houston TranStar
  • Check [Power Outages] on CenterPoint
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After the Storm

  • Report debris removal: Call 311 (unless power lines involved -> call 911 or CenterPoint 713-207-2222)
  • Storm cleanup: Crews start in hardest-hit areas and continue precinct-wide
  • Volunteer: Join [CERT] or other Pct. 2 programs

Who Should You Call?

Quick guide for emergencies vs. non-emergencies

911

Call if it's life-threatening

  • Medical emergency
  • Fire or gas leak
  • Trapped / Flooding

311

Call for non-emergencies

  • Power out, but safe
  • Street debris (no wires)
  • Neighborhood issues

If in doubt and someone's safety is at risk call 911

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