Hurricane Preparedness

Hurricane Season is June 1 – November 30.

Preparedness Checklist

  • Make an Evacuation Plan. Find activated evacuation routes here: DriveTexas.org or by dialing (800) 452-9292. Call 2-1-1 to find out if you live in an evacuation zone.
  • Sign-Up for Emergency Alerts. Make sure your device is enabled to receive Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEAs).
  • Prepare an Emergency Supply Kit. Learn how to build an emergency kit here: https://www.ready.gov/build-a-kit
  • Review Your Home Insurance Policy and Check Flood Insurance Policy
  • Fort Bend County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management. Sign up to receive FBCHS&EM Alerts.
  • Register with State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry (STEAR):
    https://STEAR.dps.texas.gov or by dialing 2-1-1 if you live in evacuation zone and:

    • have a disability or medical needs and do not have a car or other vehicle to use in an evacuation.
    • have a disability or medical needs and do not have friends or family to help in an evacuation (STEAR Registry information collected is confidential.)

Hurricane Preparedness Online Resources