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Houston's bracing for a big freeze, opening up 12 warming centers to keep residents safe. City crews are on standby to deal with the cold snap.
At a glance
Stable — consistent level of discussion. 13 mentions in the last 30 days, 35 the 60 before, 9 the 90 before that.
Funding for high-visibility vests and personal protective equipment is currently constrained within existing department budgets.
Residents seeking shelter during severe weather and city employees participating in organized response roles benefit.
The city budget, which faces significant pressure to fund these additional resources.
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The city is actively training city employees to staff emergency facilities like warming and cooling centers during severe weather. Officials noted a need for better communication, PPE gear, and coordination with council offices during crises.
A running list of Houston-area school districts, colleges and universities announcing closures, delays and other schedule changes due to Tropical Storm Edouard.
The storm moved inland Tuesday, sparing Houston for the most part.
Edouard downgraded to tropical depression as flood threat remains Houston Chronicle
The city is bracing for heavy rain from Tropical Storm Edouard. Officials are asking residents to stay off the roads and monitor official sources for updates.
Tropical Storm Edouard: Houston city officials provide updates on preparations ahead of storm's landfall ABC13 Houston
Edouard is set to make landfall east of Chambers County, near the Texas-Louisiana border this afternoon.
Still living with Beryl damage? Texas homeowners can apply for repair or rebuilding help Click2Houston
A U.S. Geological Survey map reveals nearly half of the country is at risk of landslides, highlighting the critical need for awareness and preparedness.
You can check outages where you are on the maps at the links below.
Power outage causes municipal courts to close, City of Houston officials say ABC13 Houston
Houston's Municipal Courts is closed on August 21 due to a power outage. Court services will resume on August 24.
Texas family sues CenterPoint after lineman is fatally shocked on power lines Houston Chronicle
A new watchdog report finds thousands left the agency and warns staffing challenges could leave FEMA under-resourced when disaster strikes.
The city is working to build a more reliable network of volunteers and community hubs so that neighborhoods aren't left scrambling when a storm hits.
Neither disturbance poses an immediate threat to the U.S. as of Sunday.
Houston opens cooling centers as dangerous heat wave grips Southeast Texas Click2Houston
The U.S. Department of Energy issued an emergency order to activate backup power from North Dakota to Louisiana as extreme heat can endanger the grid.
The order is a last resort before issuing Level 3 Energy Emergency Alerts, which could lead to rolling blackouts throughout the U.S.
The storm is unlikely to leave behind widespread damage as the heaviest rains are staying offshore.
City of Houston opens up more than 100 cooling centers as temperatures rise Wednesday ABC13 Houston
Houston officials are urging residents to take precautions during a heat advisory, with 112 cooling centers open and free transportation available through 311.
Houston and Southeast Texas region face dangerously high heat Houston Public Media
With hurricane season running through November, the city is pushing residents to make a plan, build a kit, and sign up for 'Alert Houston' text notifications.
Recent storms left millions of Houstonians without power, including first responders. The city is now installing backup generators at key locations to ensure they can function during future outages.
The city is monitoring a tropical storm. Residents should avoid driving in standing water and stay tuned to official updates.
Houston's fire and EMS services are struggling to keep up with rising call volumes, leading to longer wait times for residents during emergencies. The city is considering whether to invest in more ambulances and stations to improve response times.
The city is rolling out $314 million in federal grants to help homeowners repair or rebuild homes damaged by 2024 storms. Residents need to start gathering documents now to be ready when the application window opens.
Staying informed is the first step in surviving a disaster. Make sure you're signed up for city alerts and know how to get help if you have special needs.
The city is looking at how to better work with large private companies to keep food and water moving to hospitals and nursing homes during hurricanes.
The city is coordinating with the CDC to screen travelers at IAH to prevent the spread of Ebola. Officials emphasized that the risk to Houstonians remains very low.
Houston is gearing up for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with various initiatives at the airport. This includes enhanced operational coordination, passenger processing improvements, and marketing efforts to welcome international visitors and encourage them to experience Houston.
Funding for homeless services in response to the 2024 Diretto windstorms and Hurricane Barrel has been increased. This program supports subrecipients in providing essential services to help those impacted by the disasters find stable housing and recover.
A resident called for greater investment in utility resilience, specifically advocating for the burying of power lines to prevent frequent outages. This is seen as a long-term solution to improve reliability, especially with increasing demand from electric vehicles.
Residents are experiencing difficulties navigating city services, with complaints sometimes falling through the cracks or not being adequately documented. There's a call for better inter-departmental coordination and clearer communication channels to ensure timely and effective resolution of issues reported through 311.
The city is allocating significant federal funds to help homeowners repair damage from recent winter storms. This aims to provide much-needed financial assistance for repairs and rebuilding efforts.
The city is allocating significant funds to help homeowners repair damage from the 2021 winter storm. This program aims to provide essential repairs and support residents in recovering from the severe weather event.
This project would provide new senior housing units.
The facility aims to provide immediate shelter, assessment, and connections to housing and support services for the unsheltered homeless population, with potential impacts on the surrounding neighborhood regarding public safety and service delivery.