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Hurricane Preparedness and Resources 2020

Federal Resources

NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE
Current Forecast Information
Hurricane Preparedness
NWS Severe Weather/Hurricane Guide

CENTERS FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION 
Hurricanes and COVID-19

Local Resources 

Texas Ready
Texas Weather Alerts
State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry - New Participant Registration or call 211
Zip Zone Evacuation Route
Texas Emergency Portal

County Specific Resources

BRAZORIA COUNTY

GALVESTON COUNTY

JEFFERSON COUNTY 

 

Animal & Livestock Resources

Pet & Animal Emergency Planning
Evacuating Horses ( Video )
Hurricane Preparedness for Livestock Owners ( Video 1 ) ( Video 2 )
Sheltering Livestock in Place ( Video 1 ) ( Video 2 )
Hurricane Preparedness for Livestock Producers (eBook)
More resources related to Animal Issues
Some counties have provisions for animals (on a first come first serve basis)

Recommended Actions

PRIOR TO A HURRICANE SEASON OR BEFORE A WATCH

  1. Know the elevation above mean sea level of your home or place of
    business.
  2. Familiarize yourself with past Flooding in your area.
  3. If you live in a mobile home, pre-arrange for shelter.
  4. See that mobile homes are tied down according to regulations; but do not
    plan to stay in a mobile home.
  5. Check your insurance coverage including flood insurance.
  6. Trim trees endangering homes and power lines.
  7. Discuss and prepare a family plan for your family.

HURRICANE WATCH

This does not mean that hurricane conditions are imminent, but there is a real possibility that a hurricane will threaten the area within 24 hours. Recommended action and supplies you should have on hand are:

  1. Transistor radio and flashlights with spare batteries.
  2. Candles, lamps and matches.
  3. Non-perishable foods, canned goods and water containers.
  4. Materials such as boards, lumber and tape for boarding up windows and
    other glass openings.
  5. Gas up your automobile.
  6. Prepare to moor your boat or move it to a safer shelter.
  7. Move or tie down movable objects, garbage cans, boards, signs, etc..
  8. Have a supply of special items such as medicines, baby food, diapers, etc..
  9. Arrange for keeping of pets.
  10. Have an axe or wrecking bar in your house.
  11. Plan for safe storage or safe transportation of valuables such as jewelry,
    legal papers, prized photos, etc..
  12. Monitor progress of storm by radio or television.

HURRICANE WARNING

A hurricane warning means that hurricane conditions are expected within 24 hours. Take the following action immediately:

  1. Board up large windows. Tape may help against shattering.
  2. Move all loose objects from house.

EVACUATION

Persons in mobile homes and in homes in areas likely to be flooded should move to a safe location. Instructions will be given by Emergency Management Bulletins.

  1. Move in plenty of time while all routes are accessible.
  2. Take clothing, special medicines and foods.
  3. Turn off electricity, gas and water in your home.
  4. Move furniture away from doors and windows.
  5. Check local evacuation routes.
  6. Shelter assembly points will be announced.

IF YOU STAY AT HOME

  1. Fill containers, bathtubs, etc. with water.
  2. Stay indoors on downwind side of house away from windows
    and glass doors. Strongest winds will come from somewhere
    between north and southeast directions.
  3. Beware of the eye of the hurricane. Do no be fooled by a
    lull in the wind since high winds may return from the
    opposite direction.

AFTER THE STORM

Frequently persons who have weathered or survived a storm, venture outside and are electrocuted by downed power lines.

  1. Do not touch or go near fallen utility lines.
  2. Make sure to see where you are walking. If it's dark stay
    inside; or if water remains, take no chances wading unless
    absolutely necessary.
  3. Drive with extreme caution especially where roads are still
    under water.
  4. Poisonous snakes or insects are always a threat in this area
    during the post-storm clean-up.
  5. Guard against spoiled food, contaminated water, and fires.