Company has awarded more than $3.25 million in grants since Community Safety Grants program launched Houston – June 13, 2024 – This year, CenterPoint Energy’s Community Safety Grant program awarded more than 90 grants totaling nearly $230,000 in Indiana, Louisiana, […]
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Apply Separately to FEMA if You Reported Damage to TDEM
AUSTIN – If your home sustained disaster damage, you may need to apply to FEMA to be considered for serious needs assistance, basic home repairs, personal property losses and other eligible expenses related to storm damage. Your FEMA application is in […]
Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Harris County
AUSTIN — FEMA is opening a Disaster Recovery Center in Harris County June 2 to provide one-on-one help to Texans affected by the severe storms, tornadoes, flooding and straight-line winds that began April 26. The center is located at: Harris County […]
Renters Can Apply for FEMA Assistance
FEMA Individual Assistance is available to renters, including students, as well as homeowners in Bell, Calhoun, Collin, Cooke, Denton, Eastland, Guadalupe, Hardin, Harris, Henderson, Jasper, Jones, Lamar, Liberty, Montague, Montgomery, Polk, San Jacinto, Trinity, Tyler, Walker and Waller counties with […]
Disaster Recovery Centers Close Temporarily for Severe Weather
AUSTIN –Two Disaster Recovery Centers in Houston closed temporarily today because of severe weather and power outages. The centers plan to reopen Wednesday, May 29. Locations: Thomas A. Glazier Senior Education Center, 16600 Pine Forest Ln., Houston, TX 77084 Spring Branch […]
EPA Tips to Prepare for Hurricane Season
DALLAS, TEXAS (May 6, 2024) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reminds residents of Gulf Coast states that hurricane season begins on June 1. Families can take steps now to be ready before, during, and after a storm. Before: Make a […]
Red Cross Supports Eight Shelters in Response to Flooding
(Houston, TX May 3, 2024)- The American Red Cross continues to support multiple shelters in response to the recent flooding due to rain and the rising waters around the rivers. OPEN SHELTERS: HARRIS COUNTY Philippian’s New Faith Baptist Church 7858 Angus Street […]
Scorching America: Exploring the Hottest States in the US
Discover the hottest states in the US, from the scorching deserts of the Southwest to the humid shores of the Gulf Coast. Heatwave adventures await! As the seasons change, weather patterns across the United States vary greatly. But when it […]
With sub-freezing temperatures forecasted, CenterPoint Energy provides tips to save energy and stay safe while keeping warm
Houston – Jan. 10, 2024 – Over the coming days, significantly colder temperatures are expected throughout Texas, with many areas of the state forecast to see below-freezing temperatures. CenterPoint Energy is reminding customers about simple energy-saving and safety steps to […]
8 Reasons Why the World Is Experiencing Extreme Weathers
In the past few years, there’s been a noticeable uptick in extreme weather events that have shattered lives and ecosystems across the globe. From hurricanes that lay waste to communities to uncontrollable wildfires and devastating floods, these events seem to […]
