Severe Storms
Thunderstorms
Here in Texas, thunderstorms are a dime a dozen, but that does not mean they should not be taken seriously. Many storms are capable of producing hail, wind gusts, and flooding that can cause damage to your property.
Flooding Tip! Never drive through flooded roads. “Turn around, don’t drown!” Learn about the dangers of flooding.
How to Prepare
- Stay informed with local emergency information and alerts. Sign up for local alerts.
- Strengthen your home by bringing outside furniture inside, de-clutter drains and gutters, and trim or cut down trees that may be in danger of falling on your home.
- Keep phones and tablets fully charged in case you lose power.
- Build an emergency kit that will last several days. You can learn how to build yours at Ready.gov
During Severe Weather
- If you hear thunder or witness lightning, seek shelter in a building or car.
- Avoid using electronics plugged into an electrical outlet.
- Never drive through flooded roads. “Turn around, don’t drown!”
- Watch for downed powerlines or trees and report them immediately. Call 979.822.3777 or report online.
Hurricanes
While the City of Bryan sits more than 100 miles away from the Gulf of Mexico, we annually receive the severe weather brought to shore by hurricanes. Hurricanes bring strong wind gusts, hail, and heavy rains often resulting in flooding.
Fact to know! The Atlantic Hurricane Season lasts from June through November.
How to Prepare
- Stay informed with local emergency information and alerts. Sign up for local alerts.
- Strengthen your home by bringing outside furniture inside, de-clutter drains and gutters, and trim or cut down trees that may be in danger of falling on your home.
- Keep phones and tablets fully charged in case you lose power.
- Build an emergency kit that will last several days. You can learn how to build yours at Ready.gov
During Severe Weather
- If you hear thunder or witness lightning, seek shelter in a building or car.
- Avoid using electronics plugged into an electrical outlet.
- Never drive through flooded roads. “Turn around, don’t drown!”
- Watch for downed powerlines or trees and report them immediately. Call 979.822.3777 or report online.
Tornados
Tornados are a common occurrence here in Texas, which is why it’s always good to be prepared. Tornados are capable of destroying solid structures, uprooting trees and hurling objects such as cars into the air.
Tornado Tip! Know the difference between a watch and a warning.
Watch
Be prepared and be weather aware. The current weather conditions have the potential to develop a tornado.
How to Prepare
- Stay informed with local emergency information and alerts. Sign up for local alerts.
- Strengthen your home by bringing outside furniture inside, de-clutter drains and gutters, and trim or cut down trees that may be in danger of falling on your home.
- Keep phones and tablets fully charged in case you lose power.
- Build an emergency kit that will last several days. You can learn how to build yours at Ready.gov
Warning
Take action! A tornado has been sighted or indicated by weather radar.
What to do during a tornado warning
- Immediately seek shelter in a safe location, such as a small, windowless, interior room on the lowest level of a sturdy building or structure. Always bring your pets with you.
- Tornados can develop and dissipate rapidly. Pay attention to weather developments with local alerting systems or a weather radio.
- If you are in a car or outdoors and cannot get to a building, get to a low-lying area such as a ditch or ravine and lie flat. Cover your head with your arms and cover your body with a coat or blanket, if possible. Avoid bridges, overpasses, and areas with many trees.
Recovery
Hail Damage
A storm came through and you found yourself with hail damage? Make sure the person repairing your property is right for the job.
Flooding
When flooding occurs do you know everything you should in order to keep your family and property safe? Learn more about the dangers of flooding.
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