06/01/2026
Prepare Today, Stay Safe Tomorrow: Hurricane Season is Here
Today marks the first day of the Atlantic Hurricane Season. As we enter this period of increased weather activity, now is the time to prepare and ensure your family, home, and business are ready in the event of severe weather.
*Hurricane Readiness Checklist
*Create or update your emergency plan.
*Build an emergency supply kit with water, non-perishable food, medications, flashlights, batteries, and first aid supplies.
*Charge mobile devices and backup power banks.
*Review evacuation routes and local shelter information.
*Secure outdoor furniture and loose items around your property.
*Review your insurance coverage and keep important documents in a safe location.
Important Houston Resources
AlertHouston – Emergency alerts and weather notifications: https://www.houstonoem.org/alert-houston
Ready Houston – Preparedness guides, evacuation information, and disaster planning: https://www.readyhoustontx.gov
Ready Harris – Emergency preparedness and flood information: https://www.readyharris.org
Houston TranStar – Traffic, road conditions, and flood monitoring: https://www.houstontranstar.org
CenterPoint Energy Outage Tracker – Power outage updates and restoration information: https://gis.centerpointenergy.com/outagetracker
Houston 311 – Non-emergency city services: https://www.houstontx.gov/311
National Hurricane Center – Storm tracking and forecasts: https://www.nhc.noaa.gov
Texas STEAR Program – Register for evacuation assistance: https://stear.texas.gov
Special Assistance
Residents who may need transportation or additional assistance during an evacuation are encouraged to register with the State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry (STEAR).
Stay Informed
Monitor local news, National Weather Service updates, and official City of Houston communications throughout hurricane season. Taking a few simple steps today can make a significant difference when a storm approaches.
Preparedness saves lives. Let's work together to keep our community safe and resilient throughout hurricane season.
Stay safe and be prepared.
The State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry (STEAR) program was developed by the state of Texas to assist local governments with obtaining information on the needs of your citizens during an emergency event.
