“Hurricane Laura is a serious storm. It’s expected to move quickly as a Category 4 storm. Forecasters are expecting high winds, especially in East Texas, and a storm surge of at least 10 feet in some areas which could result in flash and urban flooding,” Sen. Cruz said. “As Texans prepare for the impact from Hurricane Laura, I’m urging all Texans in the path of the storm to heed warnings from local officials, know your […]
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Residents Face Double Threat from Hurricane Laura and COVID-19
Now is NOT the Time to Stop Wearing Masks and Practicing Social Distancing Houston – Hurricane Laura is expected to make landfall early Thursday morning on the Texas or Louisiana coast. That would normally be enough to make us anxious, but after months of coping with a Pandemic, it can feel overwhelming. However, we can’t afford to let our guard down regarding COVID-19. So prepare for the storm while protecting yourself and your family from the […]
Voluntary Evacuation For Zip Zones A and B in Harris County (Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.)
This afternoon, Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo and local jurisdictions ordered voluntary evacuations of coastal Harris County communities in anticipation of Hurricane Laura impacts. This voluntary evacuation order is currently in effect. Residents in the updated list of zip codes below should consider evacuating: EVACUATION ZIP ZONES (*n=north; s=south) Zip Zone A 77058s, 77586 Zip Zone B 77058n, 77059, 77062, 77507, 77520, 77523, 77546n, 77571, 77598 Zip code 77546s is NOT included in these evacuation […]
Three years later, Hurricane Harvey communities better prepared
On the night of Aug. 25, 2017, Hurricane Harvey roared into Texas as a Category 4 hurricane leaving a path of devastation in its wake. Three years later, work to repair Harvey’s damage remains, but with great determination and perseverance, Texas communities have made strong progress in their recovery. Harvey is the second-costliest U.S. natural disaster — only Hurricane Katrina that struck the Gulf Coast in 2005 caused more damage. Although the damage estimates are […]
Harris County Residents Should Act Now to Prepare for Laura (Tuesday, 10:00 a.m.)
Hurricane Laura has entered the Gulf of Mexico and models place the Texas coast in the storm’s path. Harris County residents near the coast should make preparations now to ensure the safety of life and property. While tracks will likely continue to shift slightly over the next two days, residents should be ready to act on their hurricane plans within the next 24 hours. More information will be available throughout today. It is vital that […]
Hurricane Local Statement issued August 24 at 4:12PM CDT by NWS Houston – Galveston
This product covers Southeast Texas **CENTER OF LAURA PASSING NEAR THE ISLE OF YOUTH. WILL THREATEN NORTHWESTERN GULF COAST MIDWEEK.** NEW INFORMATION ————— * CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS: – A Hurricane Watch has been issued for Southern Liberty – A Storm Surge Watch and Hurricane Watch have been issued for Chambers and Galveston Island and Bolivar Peninsula – A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Inland Galveston, Inland Harris, Montgomery, Northern Liberty, Polk, […]
UPDATE: Tropical Storm Laura (Sunday, 5:00pm)
What is the danger? Tropical Storm Laura is expected to enter the Gulf of Mexico early this week, intensifying into a hurricane. Strong winds and storm surge are possible for coastal areas of southeast Texas as early as Wednesday morning. The forecast will continue to change over the coming days. Residents are encouraged to closely monitor developments through trusted media sources and prepare for tropical weather. What you should do: It is important to ACT […]
Twelfth Named Storm Laura Forms
What is the danger? Tropical Storm Laura, the 12th named storm of 2020, has formed in the Atlantic Ocean. According to the National Hurricane Center, the forecast is still unclear. The Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management will continue to monitor the storm as a potential threat to the Texas Gulf Coast. What you should do: We are in a very active tropical period with the possibility of multiple storm threats in a […]
Tenth Named Storm Josephine Forms, No Threat to Texas
What is the danger? Tropical Storm Josephine, the tenth named storm of 2020, has formed in the Atlantic Ocean. Josephine poses no threat to Texas. Josephine is currently moving west northwest toward Puerto Rico, according to the National Hurricane Center, and is expected to turn further north, into the open Atlantic. What you should do: We are approaching the peak of Hurricane Season. While Tropical Storm Josephine will not impact Texas, now is the time to […]
Ninth Named Storm Isaias Forms, No Threat to Texas
What is the danger? Tropical Storm Isaias, the ninth named storm of 2020, has formed in the Atlantic Ocean. Isaias poses no threat to Texas. Isaias is currently moving northwest toward Puerto Rico, according to the National Weather Service, and is expected to turn further north, making possible landfall near the south coast of Florida. What you should do: We are approaching the peak of Hurricane Season. While Tropical Storm Isaias will not impact Texas, […]