Office of Emergency Management

Planning for hurricane season and other potential disasters can be stressful, and because the 2020 hurricane season comes during the COVID-19 pandemic, it may be especially so. This page contains advice to help you safely…

Natural disasters will continue to happen, even while we battle COVID-19. Our location along the Gulf Coast, in combination with our status as one of the nation’s industrial centers, leaves us vulnerable to many natural…

In April, Mayor Sylvester Turner announced MASK UP!, a grassroots public health information campaign to encourage Houstonians to safeguard themselves from potential exposure to COVID-19. (mask distribution sites listed below) The mayor, along with the Mayor’s Health…

Natural disasters will continue to happen, even while we battle COVID-19. Prepare yourself during the 2020 Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday for emergencies that can cause physical damage like hurricanes, flash floods and wildfires. Via the…

Whether you’re in need of assistance information related to a Houston incident or are looking to give back to your community, you can find extensive recovery and volunteer resource information at houstonrecovers.org.

Timely information during emergencies is important.  AlertHouston delivers critical information to Houston residents regarding current conditions, expected impacts, and protective actions to keep themselves and their loved ones safe. Register for emergency alerts through email, text…

The City of Houston Disaster Preparedness Guide (DPG) is updated annually and provides information about emergency planning to Houston residents. The Guide is available in six languages for download. Download or request one today.

Visit www.houstonemergency.org/COVID19 for the latest city of Houston updates.

UPDATE 2/25/20: The Small Business Administration (SBA) announced this week that the Houston Disaster Loan Outreach Center will remain open until further notice to meet the needs of businesses and individuals who were affected by…