Disaster/Emergency Information

The NWS has issued a Winter Storm Warning and Freeze Warning for portions of SE Texas that includes Harris County. Light to moderate snow is falling throughout the County and this is increasingly becoming heavier. At least 12 hours of continuous below freezing temperatures are expected between this afternoon and tomorrow morning. You should monitor NWS for additional watches and warnings for this weather event: http://www.srh.noaa.gov/hgx/

To view real-time traffic and information on active incidents and road closures, visit http://www.houstontranstar.org/.

While the danger from winter weather varies across the country, nearly all Americans, regardless of where they live, are likely to face some type of severe winter weather at some point in their lives. That could mean snow or subfreezing temperatures, as well as strong winds or even ice or heavy rain storms. One of the primary concerns is the winter weather's ability to knock out heat, power and communcations services to your home or office, sometimes for days at a time. The National Weather Service refers to winter storms as the “Deceptive Killers” because most deaths are indirectly related to the storm. Instead, people die in traffic accidents on icy roads and of hypothermia from prolonged exposure to cold. It is important to be prepared for winter weather before it strikes. for more informtion go to http://www.ready.gov/america/beinformed/winter.html

Remember to review your plan, check your supplies, and stay informed. 

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