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Why is excessive heat so dangerous? Heat becomes especially dangerous if it lingers for more than one day. Hot days and warm nights don’t give our bodies time to cool down. Heat islands can intensify extremely hot weather, which may lead to illness or even death. #HOUwx #TXwx

Alert Houston: The City of Houston will offer cooling centers on Tuesday, August 20 for those in need to escape the heat. Free rides are available to the cooling centers by contacting 3-1-1. For a full list of locations, including YMCA facilities, please c manager.everbridge.net/pub/1771349202…

Cooling center hours and locations for today, Thursday, August 22 can be found at bit.ly/OEMcool

Heat-related illnesses can be dangerous and sometimes fatal. Take precaution by staying indoors during the hottest hours of the day, wearing breathable, light clothing, and, if working outdoors, take regular breaks to cool down and stay hydrated.

Beginning Monday, August 26, FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers will adjust their hours to Monday - Saturday, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. You can visit DRCs this week until 6 p.m. each night. houstonoem.org/pages/recover#…

Do you or a loved one need extra assistance during a time of need due to a medical condition or some other barrier? Sign up for the State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry. (STEAR) stear.tdem.texas.gov/Form.aspx

El Departamento de Protección estrecha las alianzas con autoridades para acercar información a nuestra comunidad. Agradecemos la visita de la Oficina de Manejo de Emergencias de Houston Houston OEM @HoustonPublicWorks ... 🧵

It’s a great weekend to be prepared! OEM is thrilled to see so many people attending disaster expos, council member open houses, and other neighborhood events focused on disaster preparedness.

🌪️ Houston, are you prepared for the rest of hurricane season? Episode 102 of Spotlight Houston is here to help you out! 🎙️ Don’t wait—get the tips you need now! Listen to the full episode here: spotlighthoustonshow.com/episode-102-ho…

The Houston-Galveston Area Council (H-GAC) has developed a 2024 Hurricane Preparedness Guide for the region. h-gac.com/getmedia/417ea…

This morning, Councilmembers Kamin and Peck joined public safety leaders to cut the ribbon on newly renovated quiet rooms here at the Houston Emergency Center. These rooms provide our 9-1-1 calltakers a place to decompress after an emotionally challenging call.

Know if your Zip Code is in a Zip-Zone and have a plan to evacuate if local officials issue an evacuation order for your safety. h-gac.com/getmedia/14a73…

August 29, 2005: Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast of the United States. The Category 3 storm had sustained winds of 100–140 miles per hour and stretched some 400 miles across. Today we remember the lives lost.

On August 29, 2005 Hurricane Katrina made landfall as a category three hurricane and caused approximately $161 billion in damage. An estimated 1,833 people lost their lives. Today we remember.

8am EDT Sat Aug 31: We're keeping an eye on a broad area of low pressure near the upper Texas coast. The chance of development is low, but heavy rains could cause some flash flooding across portions of coastal Louisiana and the upper Texas coast during the next few days. More

September is National Preparedness Month! We know here in Houston that preparedness is a year-round event. Have you restocked your emergency kit since Hurricane Beryl? Are you signed up for AlertHouston? Visit houstonoem.org/pages/prepare to learn more.

MAKE A Plan: Knowing what you will do in disaster lowers the risk of being caught off guard. Ensure your family knows your emergency plan and practices regularly. Don't know where to start? Check our Disaster Preparedness Guides at houstonoem.org

Happy Friday! Before you jump into weekend plans, make sure to save this number, just in case you break down on a freeway in Harris County (713-881-3333). Tow & Go will quickly get you to safety at no cost. Getting off the freeway on time can save your life. Have a safe weekend!

It's not too late to get hurricane ready! Visit: houstonoem.org/pages/Prepare for more information.

A tropical wave near the Yucatan Peninsula is expected to move northwest over the next several days, bringing a surge of moisture and rounds of additional rainfall. The Texas coast is under a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 4) of Excessive Rainfall for early next week. #TXwx #HOUwx