Texas Flood Disaster Information

We are saddened by the weekend's tragic storms and flooding that took lives and damaged or destroyed more than a thousand homes and businesses. I am meeting with local officials and surveying damaged areas, and my office stands ready to assist. Those in the areas affected remain in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days as communities continue recovery and cleanup efforts. For all seeking resources after the storms and for those seeking ways to help, I hope this information is useful.

Flood Safety
Avoid areas already flooded and any fast-flowing water.
Be extremely cautious of any water on roads or in creeks, streams, storm drains or other areas – never attempt to cross flowing streams or drive across flooded roadways and observe road barricades placed for your protection.
Remember that dangerous waters can seem deceptively calm, and if you encounter flooding, move to higher ground.

Road Closures

At least 900 roads have flooded at some point over the weekend, leaving many closed or unsafe to travel. Crews with Texas Department of Transportation have deployed resources to address flooding conditions and debris cleanup impacting roadways. Residents are reminded to stay off of closed roads and check www.drivetexas.org or Facebook, and Twitter for updates on road conditions.

Shelters

The American Red Cross has set up shelters throughout Central Texas. For updated information on shelters, please call 1-877-500-8645 or visit the blog for the Central and South Texas Region of the American Red Cross.

They have also set up a site for those seeking for loved ones in the affected areas: https://safeandwell.communityos.org/cms/index.php.

Red Cross & Red Cross Partner Shelters
Northwest Fellowship Church, 13427 Pond Springs Rd., Austin,TX
South Austin Recreation Center, 1100 Cumberland Rd., Austin,TX
San Marcos Activity Center – 501 E. Hopkins St., San Marcos,TX
American Legion Post, 1501 N. Colorado St., Lockart,TX
Gem of the Hills, 2233 US Hwy 281 North, Blanco,TX
Hutto Middle School, 1005 Exchange, Hutto, TX 78634
Navasota Community Center, 101 Stadium Dr., Navasota,TX 77868

Volunteer Assistance

Those wishing to help are strongly encouraged to connect and coordinate with organizations such as the Red Cross: 1-877-500-8645. Uncoordinated volunteer efforts may (1) reduce the number of volunteers who could be better used at other locations, and (2) cause the volunteers themselves to fall into danger.

Hays County Area Information

For those in and near Hays County, www.haysinformed.com has the latest information on emergency assistance, area flooding from ATXfloods.com, and road closures.

A number of individuals remain missing from the weekend’s storms and flooding. For those wishing to report a missing person or to report whereabouts following safe evacuation, call 512-393-7796.

An email account has also been set up to streamline and coordinate volunteer efforts. Organizations, companies and individuals looking to offer their services should send a note to [email protected].

All users and customers of Crystal Clear Water Supply are notified to boil water before use until further notice.