I hope you and your loved ones are doing well during this difficult time. Yesterday’s tornado left devastating damage in our area. As we come together to rebuild our community, I want to make sure you’re well-prepared with the best resources and information.

I’ve compiled reliable local resources — including community shelters — in this e-newsletter to help you during this time of need. If you plan on traveling to a local community shelter, I highly recommend that you call the shelter before traveling to ensure they are open and ready to receive you.

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 9-1-1. Please continue reading below and share this with a friend who may find it helpful.

 

Ready Harris – Sign up for disaster updates and resources.

CenterPoint Energy – Check on power outages and estimated time of repair.

Texas Emergency Helpline – Dial 211 to request disaster assistance.

Texas Gulf Coast Red Cross – Dial 713-313-1608 to request assistance.

The National Child Traumatic Stress Network -- Resources on disaster relief. 

Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs on Disaster Relief Resources for Individuals and Families --  Relief resources for house disasters.

 

Shelters

 
Red Cross Shelter, Baker Ripley Building - 720 Fairmont Parkway

CT Church - 9701 Almeda Genoa Rd

Gospel Presbyterian Church – 11100 Beamer Rd, Houston, TX 77089

 

 

Sincerely 

 

 

Sylvia R. Garcia 

Member of Congress