For those who might require assistance with evacuation during an emergency, the State of Texas Assistance Registry (STEAR) provides vital information to first responders. This free, voluntary registry must be renewed annually. Click here for more information:
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Burn Ban
The Galveston County Commissioners Court issued a burn ban for the unincorporated parts of Galveston County at a special meeting this morning 8/16/2019. Despite the recent rain parts of the county have experienced, conditions remain extremely dry.
Burn bans restrict the following:
- Intentional brush and grass fires
- The burning of trash and debris
- Other outdoor intentionally set fires, such as campfires and recreational fires
Watching the Gulf
Galveston County continues to monitor the potential tropical disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico. The track of this potential storm is still unknown but now is the time to start preparing you and your family should the storm impact Galveston County.
Bayport Channel Collision
The Bayport Channel Collision Unified Command has setup a number of resources for the public to contact for questions regarding air monitoring, health safety, and other information involving the Bayport Channel Collision that occurred yesterday in Galveston Bay:
Informational website at https://bayport-response.com/
24-Hour hotline: 281-757-3017
24-Hour claims hotline: 1-800-241-9010 The Galveston County Health District has also setup a call center for health related questions and information. This number is 409-938-7221.
May 9th – Strengthen Your Home
Thursday May 9th – Strengthen Your Home
Can your home withstand a hurricane? Make sure it is up to local hurricane building code specifications. For more information, visit www.gcoem.org or www.ready.gov.