About
The National Weather Service (NWS) provides weather, water, and climate forecasts and warnings for the United States, its territories, adjacent waters and ocean areas, for the protection of life and property and the enhancement of the national economy. These services include Forecasts and Observations, Warnings, Impact-based Decision Support Services, and Education in an effort to build a Weather-Ready Nation. The ultimate goal is to have a society that is prepared for and responds to weather, water and climate events.
Weather Safety - National Weather Service safety tips on every weather event from hurricanes to droughts to air quality.
Information Center -Brochures, Cooperative Observers, Daily Briefings, GIS Data Portal, Damage/Fatality/Injury Statistics, Forecast Models, NOAA Weather Radio, Owlie's Kids Page, SKYWARN Storm Spotters, Storm Ready, Tsunami Ready, Weather-Ready Nation, and Wireless Emergency Alerts
News - News and social media around NOAA
Education - Learn weather science, safety, and careers with Owlie Skywarn!
What Is Emergency Management?
Emergency management agencies across the nation are responsible for coordinating the emergency and disaster mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery efforts within their jurisdictions.
Emergency management agencies create and test plans and procedures for both natural and technological disasters on a regular basis. Galveston County Emergency Management plans for the potential of both natural and technological emergencies.
About
Launched in February 2003, Ready is a National public service campaign designed to educate and empower the American people to prepare for, respond to and mitigate emergencies, including natural and man-made disasters. The goal of the campaign is to promote preparedness through public involvement.
Pandemic
Know the facts about a pandemic. Public Health is everyone’s responsibility. Learn How to Stay Safe
Hurricanes
Prepare for hurricanes now. Know where to go if asked to evacuate quickly and how you and your family will get there. Get More Hurricane Tips
Wildfires
If there is a wildfire in the area, be ready to evacuate on short notice. Get Wildfire Tips
Earthquakes
The Great Shakeout is at 10:15 a.m. on Thursday, October 15. Learn what you can do to get prepared for earthquakes ahead of the drill. Get Earthquake Tips
Flooding
If you approach a flooded road or walkway, follow this rule: turn around, don't drown! Prepare for Flooding Now
FEMA's Response to Coronavirus
Find resources on Doing Business with FEMA, How to Help, FAQs, Rumor Control Page and more on FEMA.gov. Get Info About FEMA’s Response to Coronavirus
Build a Kit
Make sure your emergency kit is stocked with the right items. Emergency Supply List
Make a Plan
Be Prepared. Make an emergency plan today and practice it. Emergency Plan Info
Emergency Alerts
Wireless emergency alerts allow officials to provide the public with life-saving information quickly. More on Emergency Alerts
About
The STEAR program is a free registry that provides local emergency planners and emergency responders with additional information on the needs in their community. Texas communities use the registry information in different ways. Registering yourself in the STEAR registry DOES NOT guarantee that you will receive a specific service during an emergency. Available services will vary by community. For more information on how your community will use information in the STEAR registry, contact your local emergency management office. (You can bring you pets and service animals FYI)
Who Should Register?
-People with Disabilities
-People with access and functional needs such as:
-People who have limited mobility
-People who have communication barriers
-People who require additional medical assistance during an emergency event
-People who require transportation assistance
-People who require personal care assistance
How to Register
Register Online at State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry
Dial 2-1-1 or use your video telephone relay option of choice to contact 211 at 877-541-7905 (Texas Information Referral Network)
Registration Forms
Nursing Home & Assisted Living STEAR Registration Form (PDF)
STEAR Individual Registration Form (2021) (PDF)
Registro del Estado de Texas para Asistencia en Casos de Emergencia (STEAR) 2021 (PDF)
For individual assistance questions, please contact your local government emergency management coordinator for more information
If you need assistance with damage from Hurricane Nicholas, call 979-217-3791 for help. We will connect you with volunteers from local relief organizations, community groups and faith communities who may be able to assist you with:
-Cutting fallen trees
-Drywall, flooring & appliance removal
-Tarping roofs
-Mold Mitigation
All services are free, but service is not guaranteed due to the overwhelming need. This offer will remain open through Friday, October 1, 2021.
Residents are encouraged to report any damage sustained from the Hurricane Nicholas to the County Office of Emergency Management and also to the City of Galveston. See below.
Report to the County of Galveston
Please use link below to complete flood damage survey for the County of Galveston:
Flood Damage Survey-County of Galveston
Report to the City of Galveston
Please use link below to complete storm damage reporting form for the City of Galveston:
Storm Damage Reporting Form-City of Galveston