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General weather: National Weather Service — Brownsville Office: (956) 546-5377 (for recorded forecasts) Evacuation information: Texas Travel Information Center: (800) 452-9292 (for road conditions on state highways) 211 Texas: 211 or (877)...
In the event of a hurricane, shelters may or may not be available
• Shelters will not likely open in the event of a category 3 or higher hurricane. For those big storms, evacuation is STRONGLY recommended. • If shelters do open, tune in to local radio and news media, including www.themonitor.com, to find out where...
Planning is key to holding out during a hurricane
- Keep a first-aid kit. - Keep a disaster kit with tools, flashlight, water, blankets and other household goods. - Get a NOAA weather radio. Replace batteries every six months. - Become familiar with different meteorological terms and what...
Food to weather the storm by
Making meals without refrigerated food or electricity can pose challenges for even the most creative chef. But with a little planning the task is possible — and the meals tasty. The National Hurricane Center recommends storing seven gallons...
Keep pets in mind when storms loom
Pets should not be forgotten when tropical storm and hurricane warnings are issued. People should put together emergency kits in waterproof containers that contain recent photographs of their pets, leashes, bowls, food, can openers, a first-aid kit...
Stock your safe space ahead of time
Your home can take a beating during a storm. While some damage is unavoidable, here are some tips on how to reinforce vulnerable areas and find the safest place to be while waiting out a hurricane. - Identify the strongest areas of your home...
Take extra time to prepare loved ones for hurricanes
When preparing for a hurricane it is important not to forget extra arrangements for those most vulnerable: children, the elderly and people with disabilities. Here are some tips on how to make sure your loved ones are taken care of: - Get children...
Insurance, paperwork should be gathered before the storm
By the time the hurricane warning flashes on the television screen, it may be too late to start thinking about some of the most important items a family might need in the event of a major disaster or an evacuation. As hurricane season is officially...
Avoiding hurricane gridlock
If and when the call for evacuation goes out in the case of a dangerous hurricane, following some simple tips should keep you and other motorists safe and moving while on the road: • In advance of the hurricane, as forecasts begin alerting the public,...
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