CMR. GEORGE P. BUSH URGES TEXANS TO MONITOR WARNINGS, PREPARE FOR SEVERE WEATHER

This past Wednesday, Land Commissioner George P. Bush urged Texans to take heed of severe
weather warnings, know their risk and be prepared. The Texas General Land Office (GLO) is
continuing to monitor several potential weather formations threatening the U.S., including a tropical
disturbance over the Gulf of Mexico. The National Hurricane Center predicts heavy rainfall
and gusty winds across Texas at least thru the remainder of the weekend and into early next
week.
“Signing up for alerts, being prepared and remaining vigilant is critical for Texans’ safety as
natural disasters face our great state,” Commissioner Bush said. “While no one can control the
weather, everyone can take steps to know their risk, plan for emergencies, heed warnings from
local officials and protect their families. It’s never too early to begin preparation, and I urge all
Texans to remain vigilant as storms approach the coast.”
Be Prepared, Stay Prepared:
● Know Your Risk – Sign up for your community’s emergency warning system. The Emergency
Alert System (EAS) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)
Weather Radio also provide emergency alerts.
● Gather Supplies – Keep in mind each person’s needs, gathering supplies for at least
three days. Stock up on items such as food and water, non-perishable foods, first-aid supplies,
prescriptions, pet supplies, flashlights and batteries. Don’t forget to charge electronics you may
need.
● Remember to secure copies of important personal documents. Filing for government
assistance requires documentation. Be sure to keep documents in a secure location and take
them with you if you need to evacuate.
● Make Your Evacuation Plan – Be familiar with the route and shelter locations.
● Protect Your Property – Shutter your home as needed, review your flood insurance policy
(or sign up for one) and declutter drains and gutters. Most homeowner and renter insurance
policies do not cover flood damage. A flood insurance policy generally does not take effect until
30 days after purchase, so be sure to maintain your policy.
Find more information at Ready.gov/hurricanes.