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Hurricane Preparedness

Connection Magazine

Hurricane Season is June 1 through November 30.

Preparedness Checklist:

  • Make an Evacuation Plan. Find activated evacuation routes on the DriveTexas website 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 on the Ready.gov website.
  • Review Your Home Insurance Policy.
  • Register with the State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry (STEAR) or by dialing 2-1-1 if you live in an 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**