Office of Emergency Management

Increasing Threat of Locally Heavy Rainfall April 29, 2021 7:24 pm
Stay weather aware tomorrow and throughout the weekend. Galveston County could see some heavy rainfall over the next few days. There is a chance that localized street flooding could occur. Remember, never drive through flooded roadways.
Do You Have A COVID-19 Vaccine Related Question? April 29, 2021 7:19 pm
Do you need to reschedule a vaccine appointment with the Galveston County Health District? Would you like to schedule an appointment with the Galveston County Health District for a first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine? You can contact the Galveston County Health District at 409-938-7221 between 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday to schedule a vaccine appointment and get your questions answered. You can also email them at COVID19vaccine@gchd.org.
SIGN-UP: STEAR Registry STATE OF TEXAS EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE REGISTRY April 27, 2021 12:33 pm
Do you or anyone you know need some assistance during times of an emergency event? The state of Texas presents the STEAR program. 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. 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 Additional Information STEAR One-Page Flyer (PDF) STEAR Volante Informativo de Una Pagina (PDF) 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) Required Information to Register Name Address Phone Number Primary Language Additional questions asked to capture vital information for local emergency planners and responders Emergency Contact Information Caregiver Information Pets Transportation assistance for home evacuation Communication Barriers Disability, Functional or Medical Needs Registration is VOLUNTARY All of the information you provide will be kept COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL. Individual assistance questions, please contact your local government emergency management coordinator for more information. Frequently Asked Questions Do I have to fill one STEAR form out for each individual with additional assistance needs? Can a STEAR form be filled out for someone else? How long will my information be kept in the system? What do I do if I move or no longer need assistance? Does registration with STEAR guarantee I will be evacuated during an emergency event such as a hurricane? Will I receive confirmation that I have successfully registered?

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