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WEATHER.GOV/CORPUSCHRISTI
STAY PREPARED.
IT’S A LONG SEASON!
Hurricane Hanna
Hurricane Marco
Hurricane Laura
Hurricane Teddy
Tropical Storm Beta
Hurricane Delta
THE DIFFERENT FACES OF THE SAME HURRICANE SEASON
HURRICANE GUIDE
The Official South Texas
2024
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A Letter to Residents
Cory Mottice
Warning Coordination Meteorologist
National Weather Service
Corpus Christi, TX
Hello South Texas Residents,
As we stand on the brink of another hurricane season, it's crucial to reflect on the
lessons learned from past storms and fortify our preparations. Our region's history
is marked by the relentless force of hurricanes, with 14 striking the Texas Coast in
June alone. The devastation wrought by Hurricane Harvey still echoes in our
communities, highlighting the imperative of readiness.
Hurricanes unleash a barrage of hazards, from lethal storm surges to torrential
rains and destructive winds. These can uproot families from their homes for
extended periods of time, emphasizing the necessity of thorough planning. Your
preparedness plan should encompass safeguarding your property, assembling
essential supplies, verifying insurance coverage, and planning for an evacuation.
In our collective effort to bolster preparedness, invaluable resources stand ready to
assist. Organizations like the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH.org) offer
comprehensive guidance on fortifying properties against storms. If you will need
any form of assistance, be sure to register with the State of Texas Emergency
Assistance Registry (simply dial 2-1-1 to register). More information about these
groups and others can be found in this guide.
While seasonal outlooks can provide insights, our focus must remain steadfast on
readiness. Use this guide to help you and your family prepare as well as learn what
to do before, during, and after a storm.
As we enter the 2024 hurricane season, it's essential that we stay dedicated to
being prepared. Assemble your supplies, fortify your homes, and devise evacuation
plans. Let us navigate this season with resilience and unity, ensuring the safety and
well-being of all.
Wishing you a safe hurricane season ahead.
Cory Mottice
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Table of Contents
A Letter To Residents 2 Contact Info &
Supplies
18
Hurricane Names 4 Hurricane Supply
Kit
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Are You Ready for the
Hurricane Season? /
New Experimental
Graphic NHC
5-6 Final Checklists 20
About Hurricanes 7 Forecast
Information
21-23
Hurricane Surf & Rip
Currents
8
Local Tropical Page 24
Storm Surge 9-12 Tourist Safety
Guide
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Inland Flooding 13 Evacuation
Information
26-27
Tornadoes &
Destructive Winds
14 Texas Emergency
Assistance Registry
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Hurricane Preparation 15 Returning Home 29-30
Additional Preparations 16
Emergency Contact
Information
31-32
Insurance Tips 17
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Have you ever wondered how a hurricane gets its name? The National Hurricane Center
actually does not name tropical storms and hurricanes. Instead, the names are
established by the World Meteorological Organization and then rotated every six years.
If a storm is too deadly or costly, the name will be retired. If all names in a season are
used up, then a supplemental list of new names will be used instead of the Greek
alphabet.
For a printable hurricane tracking map, please click on this link.
2024 2025 2026 2027 2028
Alberto Andrea Arthur Ana Alex
Beryl Barry Bertha Bill Bonnie
Chris Chantal Cristobal Claudette Colin
Debby Dexter Dolly Danny Danielle
Ernesto Erin Edouard Elsa Earl
Francine Fernand Fay Fred Farrah
Gordon Gabrielle Gonzalo Grace Gaston
Helene Humberto Hanna Henri Hermine
Isaac Imelda Isaias Imani Idris
Joyce Jerry Josephine Julian Julia
Kirk Karen Kyle Kate Karl
Leslie Lorenzo Leah Larry Lisa
Milton Melissa Marco Mindy Martin
Nadine Nestor Nana Nicholas Nicole
Oscar Olga Omar Odette Owen
Patty Pablo Paulette Peter Paula
Rafael Rebekah Rene Rose Richard
Sara Sebastien Sally Sam Shary
Tony Tanya Teddy Teresa Tobias
Valerie Van Vicky Victor Virgine
William Wendy Wilfred Wanda Walter
Hurricane Names
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A Look Back at Hurricane Hanna
Proof That a Weak Hurricane Can Still be Devastating
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A new look is coming to the
traditional National Hurricane
Center’s 3 and 5 day cone graphic
later on this hurricane season. This
new graphic will become available
on or around August 15, 2024.
You may be asking yourself, what’s
changing? This experimental
graphic will now include inland U.S.
tropical storm and hurricane
watches and warnings. The goal is
to better relay the wind hazard risk.
Keep in mind that there may be
New Experimental NHC
Cone Graphic Coming Soon!
times during hurricane season that this graphic will not be immediately
available with each advisory update as it will take some time to compile all of
the watch and warning information.
The operational cone graphic
will remain unchanged in 2024
other than the annual minor
adjustment of the cone size based
on recent NHC track forecast
errors. The operational cone
graphic has always depicted
coastal tropical storm and
hurricane watches and warnings
along with the track cone itself.
Once this graphic is published,
users will be asked to provide
feedback to the NHC. This
feedback will help the NHC make any changes to the graphic before it is made
operational. Hopefully you all find this experimental graphic extremely
beneficial as we navigate through the 2024 hurricane season.
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Hurricanes form over warm
ocean waters, like those
found in the Gulf of Mexico.
The hurricane season starts
June 1 and ends November
30. The peak threat for the
Texas coast exists from
August through September.
However, hurricanes can
and have struck the Texas
coast during every month of
the hurricane season.
Above: High resolution satellite image of Hurricane Hanna
approaching the Middle Texas Coast on July 25, 2020. Image--NOAA
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Above: Historical perspective of hurricane landfalls in the state of Texas since 1851.
62 hurricanes have impacted the Texas Coast during this time, 22 of these were major.
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Along with big surf come
strong rip currents. Rip
currents are the leading surf
hazard for all beach goers and
result in over 100 drownings
every year in the United
States. The strength and size
of rip currents are related to
the size of the surf and wave
period. Rip currents typically
form at the low spots in the
surf, at the breaks in the
sandbars, and near jetties and
piers.
Hurricane Surf
FEMA Jocelyn Augustino
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• Rip Currents are the leading
water hazard for all beach goers
and result in over 100 drownings
ever year in the United States.
• Hurricane Surf is especially
dangerous because the strength
and size of rip currents are
related to the size of the surf and
wave periods.
• Along the Middle Texas Coast in
2020, Hurricane Hanna and
Tropical Storm Beta contributed
to two fatalities because of rip
currents.
• Thus, when there is a tropical
storm or hurricane in the Gulf,
it’s advised to stay out of the
water!
Rip Current Awareness Page
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What is Storm Surge?
Storm surge is an abnormal rise of water generated by a storm, over and above the predicted
astronomical tides. This rise in water level can cause extreme flooding in coastal areas resulting
in storm tides reaching up to 20 feet or more in some cases. Along the Texas coast, these flood
waters can penetrate far inland depending on the elevation of the land. If the storm tide is
greater than the land elevation (even if well inland) then storm surge flooding will be possible.
Storm Surge Can Be Deadly! Here are 6 Tips to be Ready
For more information about storm surge,
please see this NHC Storm Surge Video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBa9bVYKLP0
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1.Storm surge flooding is often the greatest threat to life and property from a hurricane. It
poses a significant threat for drowning. A mere six inches of fast-moving flood water can
knock over an adult. It takes only two feet of rushing water to carry away most vehicles.
2.Storm surge can cause water levels to rise quickly and flood large areas in just minutes,
and you could be left with no time to take action if you haven’t already evacuated as
instructed.
3.Storm surge is not dependent on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale. Hurricane
categories are based only on winds and do not account for storm surge. Any wind
category can all cause life-threatening storm surge.
4.Many Gulf Coast areas are vulnerable to storm surge including areas many miles inland
from the coastline depending on elevation of the coastal plain. Find out today if you live
in a storm surge zone (see pages 5-7 in this guide).
5.Storm surge can occur before, during and after the center of the storm passes through
an area, and can sometimes cutoff evacuation routes. The water can also rise well in
advance of the coming storm, in some cases 36 hours or greater. When an evacuation is
ordered, do not wait until the last minute to leave.
6.During the peak of a storm surge event, it is unlikely that emergency responders will be
able to reach you if you are in danger.
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Storm Surge
Above: This map shows the height above ground the water could reach and depicts the reasonable worst-case scenario from
storm surge flooding.
‘‘The greatest potential for loss of life related to a
hurricane is from the storm surge.”
-National Hurricane Center
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Above: This map shows the height above ground the water could reach and depicts the reasonable worst-case scenario from
storm surge flooding.
Storm Surge
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Five Practical Ways to Protect
Yourself and Others From the
Dangers of Inland Flooding
Protect Your Personal Documents
and Special Items
• Store valuables in plastic tubs with locking tops
• In case of an evacuation, you should be able to
secure and move all your valuables within 15 minutes
Buy Flood Insurance – A Plan for Replaceable Items
• The National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is available from an insurance agent
or the NFIP
• For more information see www.floodsmart.gov
Flood Proof Your Home – Take Steps to Minimize Flood Damage
• Shut off the main circuit breaker to prevent appliances from short circuiting and
eliminate the threat of electrocution
• Raise outside air conditioning units onto platforms above ground level
• Store rarely used or expensive items in the attic or on high shelves
Develop a Family Flood Plan
• Develop a plan of action to keep from panicking or withdrawing during an
emergency
• Have an evacuation route and alternatives planned in the event you are asked to
evacuate
• Communicate your plans with friends or family outside of your home area
• Battery powered radios or televisions can be used in the event of a power outage
Never Drive on Flooded Roads
• Driving into flooded roadways puts your life and the lives of others at risk
• Unless told to evacuate, you are probably safest staying at your current location
• If you encounter flood waters when driving, Turn Around, Don’t Drown!
There are numerous examples of significant
flooding caused by landfalling tropical cyclones
in Texas. Storms with a slow forward motion
are the most dangerous as heavy rains persist
for a longer period of time.
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Tornadoes and Destructive Winds
Above: Damage to the community of Copano Village in Aransas
County, TX in the wake of Hurricane Harvey in 2017.
Tropical cyclones also produce tornadoes.
These tornadoes most often occur in
thunderstorms embedded in rain bands
well away from the center of the hurricane;
however, they can also occur near the
eyewall. Tornadoes produced by tropical
cyclones are relatively weak and short-lived,
but still pose a threat.
Hurricane force winds of 74 mph or more
can destroy buildings, mobile homes, trees
and power poles. Debris such as signs,
roofing material, siding, and small items left
outside become flying missiles in a
hurricane. The strongest winds occur in a
region of the hurricane called the eyewall.
Wind gusts in the right side of the eyewall
are the most destructive. Hurricane force
winds can be felt as far as 150 miles from
the coast
MOBILE HOME RESIDENTS MUST
EVACUATE!
• No mobile home or manufactured home - no matter
how new it is - can provide safe shelter from
hurricane force winds.
• Straps or other tie-downs will not protect a mobile
home from the high winds associated with a
hurricane.
• Mobile home residents must evacuate when told to
do so by local authorities.
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Above: Destroyed mobile home in Refugio
County, TX during Hurricane Harvey in
2017.
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Home Preparation
Elevation Matters
• Know the elevation of your
home! Are you in a flood
and/or evacuation zone?
Mobile Homes
• Check tie-downs for rust or
breakage.
• Residents of mobile homes
must evacuate when told to
do so!!
Landscaping
• Trim trees, shrubbery and
dead limbs, especially ones
close to your home.
• Repair or replace broken or damaged fences.
Roofing
• Inspect the roof for loose tiles, shingles or debris. Consider replacing old or
damaged shingles with new ones rated for hurricane force winds.
• Clear loose and clogged rain gutters and downspouts.
Doors
• Reinforce garage doors and tracks or replace with a hurricane tested door.
• Reinforce double entry doors with heavy duty foot and head bolts.
• Use a security deadbolt with a one inch minimum bolt length.
Windows
• If possible, install tested/manufactured hurricane shutters.
• Inspect existing shutters to ensure they are in good working order.
• Alternative: Use 5/8” or greater exterior grade plywood secured by 2 1/2” screws
and/ or special clips. Obtain wood and fasteners, cut wood to size, pre-drill holes
and place anchors on homes.
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For more information on home preparedness, please
visit the Federal Alliance for Safe Homes (FLASH) at:
http://www.flash.org/
Above: This well built home in the community of Copano
Village in Aransas County, TX survived Hurricane
Harvey in 2017.
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Business and Employee Preparation
• Identify and protect vital records. Backup and store key files off site.
• Protect electronic equipment from possible water damage.
• Have extra cash and blank checks in case extra money is needed after the storm.
• Develop a 24-hour emergency contact with phone numbers of key employees.
• Set up telephone numbers for employees to check in and receive company
information.
• Establish a temporary location for business operations in case your facility is
damaged.
• Give employees enough time to secure their homes and families.
• Consider paying employees before they leave to prepare their homes.
Marine Preparations
• Check with the manufacturer for proper ways to secure your boat during a storm.
• Purchase necessary hurricane materials such as additional mooring lines, crew
anchors, fenders, fender boards, chafing gear, and anchors.
• Safe storm moorings should consist of good condition ropes of sufficient diameter
and length, with at least three or four substantial anchor points.
• Do not moor parallel to bank. Receding tides often capsize boats in this type of
anchorage.
Preparing for Your Pet’s Safety
• Your pet should be part of your overall hurricane preparation plans. Below are a
few important things to help you prepare:
• Make sure your pet’s vaccinations are current and have proof they are current. DO
NOT assume that a public shelter or hotel will accept your pet.
• Be sure to have a current photo of your pet.
• Each animal should have a properly sized pet carrier. The carrier should be large
enough for the animal to stand up and turn around.
• Pack enough food and bottled water for the duration of your evacuation. DO NOT
let your pet eat food or drink water from outside that may have become
contaminated.
• Be sure to pack all medications your pet may need along with a muzzle, collar,
leash, paper towels, and trash bags.
• Make sure your pet has a proper ID collar.
Additional Preparation
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Important
Online
Insurance
Information
• National Flood Insurance Program
www.floodsmart.gov
• Texas Windstorm Insurance
Association www.twia.org
Consumer help line 800-788-8247
• Texas Department of Insurance
www.tdi.texas.gov
Consumer Help Line 800-252-3439
Insurance Tips
Before the Storm
• New and existing policies will not be written or modified when a storm nears the
Gulf of Mexico.
• Make sure you fully understand what perils are covered and excluded in your policy.
• Make sure your coverage is adequate to replace your home and contents in today’s
dollar.
• Determine whether your policy covers additional living expenses for a temporary
residence if you are unable to live in your home because of damage from a disaster.
• Before hurricane season, prepare detailed written and/or photographic inventory of
your home’s contents and store it in a safe place with your policy.
• If your insurance company does not cover flood or windstorm perils, ask about
coverage through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association or the National Flood
Insurance Program.
After the Storm
• Give prompt written notice to your insurance company.
• Photograph or videotape damaged structures and all damaged property. Make a list
of damaged or lost items.
• DO NOT throw out damaged property before your adjuster has inspected the debris
unless it is a health hazard or impedes local cleanup.
• Protect your property from further damage.
• Keep an accurate record of temporary repair and living expenses if a loss of use is
suffered.
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Emergency Contact Information
Out of Town Contact Address: _________________________________________
Out of Town Contact Phone Number: _________________________________
Work Telephone Number: ______________________________________________
Cell Number/Spouse Cell Number: ____________________________________
Children Cell Number: __________________________________________________
School Telephone Number: ____________________________________________
Doctor Telephone Number: ____________________________________________
Bank/Credit Card Telephone Number: _______________________________
Insurance Company Information: _____________________________________
24 hour number to
call for assistance
1-800-RED CROSS
(1-800-733-2767)
Contact Info and Supplies
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Your chapter of the American Red Cross recommends that you
have the following items in your Hurricane Supply Kit.
❑ At least a 7-day supply of non-perishable food and water. One gallon
of water per person per day is recommended
❑ Battery powered portable television or radio with extra batteries
❑ Flashlight with extra batteries
❑ First Aid kit and manual
❑ Sanitation and hygiene items such as instant hand sanitizing gel,
moist towelettes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene products
❑ Whistle
❑ Kitchen accessories, cooking utensils, and manual can opener
❑ Cash
❑ Extra clothing, blankets, and sleeping bags
❑ Matches in a waterproof container
❑ Photocopies of identification, insurance, prescriptions, household
inventory, credit cards, and your latest utility bill
❑ CD or photocopies of important documents such as birth/marriage
certificates and titles
❑ Prescription medications, eyeglasses, contact lens solution, and hearing
aid batteries
❑ Formula, baby food, diapers, and pacifiers
❑ Pet carriers, leashes, shot records, and food for each animal evacuating
with you
❑ A good map showing county roads and highways
❑ Tire repair kit, booster cables, pump, and flares
❑ White distress flag
❑ Toys and games for children
❑ List of family phone numbers and addresses outside the area
Hurricane Supply Kit
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Actions to Take When a Storm is in the Gulf
❑ Listen frequently to radio, TV, or NOAA weather radio for bulletins and forecasts
of the storm’s progress.
❑ Double check items in your emergency supply kit.
❑ Fuel and service your vehicles.
❑ Inspect and secure mobile home tie-downs.
❑ Board up windows (if shutters do not exist) in case storm moves quickly and you
have to leave! TAPE PROVIDES NO PROTECTION!
❑ Store lawn furniture and other loose, light weight objects, such as garbage cans
and garden tools.
❑ Garage or store vehicles that are not being used.
❑ Follow instructions issued by local officials.
EVACUATE IMMEDIATELY IF ORDERED TO DO SO!
Final Actions to Take if Leaving
❑ Turn off propane tanks.
❑ Unplug small appliances.
❑ Empty refrigerator and freezer.
❑ Turn off utilities if ordered to do so.
❑ Lock home securely.
❑ Take pets with you.
Final Actions to Take if Staying
❑ Close storm shutters.
❑ Notify family members of your evacuation plans.
❑ Lower water level in swimming pool by one foot.
❑ Turn refrigerator or freezer to coldest setting and open only if necessary (25
pounds of dry ice will keep a 10-cubic foot freezer below freezing for 3-4 days.)
❑ Follow instructions from emergency managers and be prepared to turn off
utilities if ordered to do so.
❑ Board up remaining doors, brace garage door, and remain inside. Stay away from
boarded up windows.
❑ Take refuge in a predetermined safe room, such as an interior closet, bathroom,
or hallway.
DO NOT EXPECT EMERGENCY RESPONDERS TO BE OF ANY ASSISTANCE DURING A
LANDFALLING HURRICANE!
Final Checklists
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Forecast Information
Graphical Tropical Weather
Outlook (May 15 – Nov 30)
• This NHC product provides an overview
of all tropical cyclone activity and
indicates areas of interest that have
potential for tropical cyclone
development.
National Weather Service
www.weather.gov/corpuschristi
24 Hour Phone Recording:
361-289-1861
National Hurricane Center
www.hurricanes.gov
Latest Weather Information
NHC Forecast Advisory
• Most recent position for a storm along
with all coastline watches and warnings.
Includes a 3 or 5 day track with error
cone.
• Error cone represents a 5 year average
error. The center of the storm only stays
within the error cone 67% of the time.
• DO NOT focus too closely on the exact
track forecast – the little back line.
• Impacts may occur well outside the cone.
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Hurricane Watch/Warning
Tropical Storm Watch/Warning
• A Hurricane Watch means hurricane
conditions are possible in your area within
48 hours.
• A Hurricane Warning means hurricane
conditions are likely within your area
within 36 hours.
• A Tropical Storm Watch means tropical
storm conditions are possible in your area
within 48 hours.
• A Tropical Storm Warning means tropical
storm conditions are likely within your
area within 36 hours.
• If you are under a hurricane watch or
warning, prepare for possible evacuations
and evacuate if instructed to do so.
Forecast Information
Do you have Wireless Emergency
Alerts (WEA) turned on for your
phone?
WEAs are sent by authorized government
agencies through your wireless provider and
alert to extreme weather.
WEAs include a special tone and vibration,
both repeated twice. Check your wireless
phone’s menu settings to ensure WEAs are
enabled:
• Android: Settings > Connections > More
Connection Settings > Wireless
Emergency Alerts
• Apple: Settings > Notifications >
Government Alerts
Hurricane Watch vs. Warning
Know the Difference
Graphical depiction of peak storm
surge Inundation values along the
U.S. Gulf & Atlantic coasts, Puerto
Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands
• Values represent the peak height water
could reach above normally dry ground
somewhere in the specified area
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Forecast Information
Time of Arrival Graphics
• These maps are useful planning tools.
• One map shows the earliest reasonable
arrival time of tropical storm force
winds.
• A secondary map will show the most
likely arrival time of tropical storm force
winds.
Potential Storm Surge
Flooding Map
• If a hurricane is threatening your
community, go to hurricanes.gov and
view the potential storm surge flooding
map, which will show the reasonable-
worst case scenario from storm surge
inundation for your area.
Storm Surge Watch/Warning
• A storm surge watch is the possibility of
life-threatening storm surge within 48
hours.
• A storm surge warning is the danger of
life-threatening storm surge within 36
hours.
• If you are located in a storm surge watch
or warning, you are not safe. Take action
to protect your life. Promptly follow
evacuation and other instructions from
emergency management officials.
Hurricane Threats and
Impacts
• This product issued by local NWS offices
will summarize potential impacts
expected from a tropical cyclone.
• Click on the colored area and text that
describes potential impacts will display.
• www.weather.gov/srh/tropical?office=crp
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Local Tropical Webpage
NWS Corpus Christi Tropical Webpage
• One-Stop Shop for all tropical
related forecast information,
tailored to each forecast area
along U.S. coastline.
• Active Storms tab appears
when NHC initiates Tropical
Cyclone advisories.
• Local Products tab also
becomes active when WFO
Issues Watches/Warnings for
local area.
• Satellite and Radar data is
always available.
• Preparedness tab is always
available and provides quick
access to local evacuation maps,
preparedness guides, and
videos.
• Scrolling down the page provides
access to NHC products related
to each active storm and WPC
rainfall products.
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Tourist Safety Guide
Actions To Take When Threatened
By A Hurricane:
● Listen frequently to radio,
TV, or NOAA Weather Radio
● Fuel your vehicle
● Stock up on batteries, food
that will keep, first aid
supplies, drinking water, and
medications
● Have cash on hand in case
power goes out and ATMs
don’t work
● Follow instructions from
local officials and leave if
ordered
How will you get alerts while on vacation?
• Local media (TV, radio, newspaper, etc)
• Our website weather.gov/corpuschristi
• Wireless Emergency Alerts or WEA
o WEAs are free notifications on your smartphone that
can indicate hazardous weather.
o WEA alerts include: Tornadoes, Severe Thunderstorms,
Flash Floods, Extreme Winds, Hurricanes, Tsunamis,
Storm Surge and Winter Weather
What should you do if you receive a WEA?
• Follow any action advised by the emergency message. Seek
more details from your favorite TV or radio station, NOAA
Weather Radio, news website, desktop application, mobile
application, or other trusted source of information.
For more information about Wireless Emergency Alerts, visit:
weather.gov/wrn/wea
How to Prepare for Hurricane Season
Terms To Know:
Tropical Storm/Hurricane
Watch: Conditions are
possible within 48 hours
Tropical Storm/Hurricane
Warning: Conditions are
expected within 36 hours
Continue to check
hurricanes.gov for the
latest forecast information!
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Contact Info:
426 Pinson Dr
Corpus, Christi, TX
78406
Public Number:
361-289-0959
Forecast Recording:
361-289-1861
Storm Spotters:
888-578-9731
Fax: 361-289-7823
Evacuees NEED to consider the projected path of the
hurricane when choosing an evacuation route and
destination. When local authorities order an evacuation,
leave immediately!
Evacuation Routes
Actions Before
Evacuating:
• Follow orders from
local officials
• Once the evacuation
order is given, LEAVE
IMMEDIATELY
• Take your Hurricane
Supply Kit with you
• Leave as early as
possible to avoid
heavy traffic and
hazardous weather
• Do NOT stay in a
mobile home near the
coast
• Remember that large
boats and travel
trailers may not be
allowed to cross local
bridges and
causeways once high
winds commence
• Prepare to stay at
your destination for a
week or more as re-
entry may be
restricted
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Bus Evacuation
Bus Loading Points will open on an as-needed basis. DO NOT go to
Bus Loading Points unless directed to by public officials.
For more information regarding the city of Corpus Christi’s
hurricane evacuation bus assistance plan, please download this
PDF.
Corpus Christi
Any RTA Bus Stop
Evacuation Hub @ Corpus Christi Gym
3202 Cabaniss Road
Corpus Christi, TX 78415
Victoria
Victoria Community Center
2905 East North Street
Victoria, TX 77901
Kingsville
Kleberg County Courthouse
700 East Kleberg Avenue
Kingsville, Texas, 78363
Aransas County
Live Oak Learning Center
31 Griffith Drive
Rockport, Texas 78382
San Patricio County
San Patricio County Fairgrounds
219 W 5th Street
Sinton, TX 78387
Aransas Pass Civic Center
700 W Wheeler Avenue
Aransas Pass, TX 78336
Nueces County
Richard M. Borchard Regional
Fairgrounds
1213 Terry Shamsie Boulevard
Robstown, TX 78380
Port Lavaca
Bauer Community Center
2300 State Highway 35 North
Port Lavaca, TX 77979
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IF YOU EVACUATED THE AREA, WAIT FOR AN ALL CLEAR FROM THE CITY OR
COUNTY BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO RETURN TO YOUR HOME. BE PREPARED TO
SHOW PROOF OF RESIDENCE BY HAVING A COPY OF YOUR LATEST UTILITY
BILL.
Debris Cleanup
• Cities and counties will publish a
schedule for debris pick-up and removal.
Debris cannot be removed from private
property.
• Construction materials, vegetative
debris, household hazardous waste and
household appliances will need to be
placed into separate piles and moved to
the curbside for pick-up.
General Cleanup
• Be cautious of structural damage and downed power lines.
• DO NOT attempt to move structural supports or large pieces of debris.
• DO NOT run power generators indoors. Inhalation of carbon monoxide from the
exhaust can cause death. Ensure exhaust is well ventilated.
• DO NOT use open flames indoors.
• Restrict your driving to emergency use only. Road conditions may not be safe until
road debris is cleared.
Water
• Listen for instructions regarding public water supply. Use only bottled, boiled or
treated water until you know that your water supply is safe.
• You can use household chlorine bleach to treat water for drinking or cleaning. Add
1/8 teaspoon of bleach per gallon of clear water or 1/4 teaspoon of bleach per
gallon if water is cloudy. Allow water to stand for 30 minutes before using.
Interior Cleanup
• Disinfect and dry interior buildings and items inside. This will prevent growth of
some bacteria, viruses, mold, and mildew that can cause illness.
• Clean walls, floors, and counter tops with soap and water. Disinfect them with a
solution of 1 cup of bleach to 5 gallons of water.
• Wash all clothes and linens in hot water. Air dry and spray all unwashable items
with disinfectant. Steam clean carpets. Throw away all items touched by water
that cannot be disinfected.
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Returning Home
Utility Cleanup
• Check for gas leaks. If you smell
or hear gas leaking, leave
immediately. DO NOT use the
phone or turn on lights in your
home. Call the gas company
from a neighbor’s phone.
• Report any visible damage of
power lines to the electric
company. Turn off power at
main breaker if any electrical
equipment or circuits have been
exposed to water.
• DO NOT connect generators to
your home’s electrical circuits. If
a generator is on line when
electrical service is restored, it
can become a major fire hazard.
Also, line workers working to
restore power will be
endangered if a generator is
hooked up to the home’s
circuits.
• It is likely that an electric company other than your own will reconnect the lines to
your home; however, they cannot turn the service back on. Only your electric
company can actually turn the power back on to your house.
Sewage Cleanup
• If you suspect water or sewage lines are damaged, do not use your plumbing
(toilets, sinks, etc.). Contact the water company or a plumber for repairs.
• A chemical portable commode can be created by the following:
• Use 5 gallon buckets with tight lids, lined with heavy duty plastic garbage
bags.
• Add kitty litter to the bucket as a disinfectant and deodorizer. Keep lids on
firmly.
• Keep buckets in a cool, dark place. Clean and disinfect buckets
immediately.
• Your toilet can also be used by flushing until the bowl has no water. Then, line
with heavy duty trash bags and disinfect with chlorine bleach after each use.
Remove waste to an outside location.
• If significant sewer outages have occurred, instructions for disposal of human
wastes will be announced.
• DO NOT dispose of human waste through your regular trash!
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Emergency Information
Only Call 911 in an Emergency!
ARANSAS COUNTY
• Rockport Police
361-729-1111
• County Sheriff
361-729-2222
• City of Fulton
361-729-5533
BEE COUNTY
• County Emergency Management
361-621-1567
www.co.bee.tx.us
• Beeville Police
361-358-8100
• County Sheriff
361-362-3221
CALHOUN COUNTY
• County Emergency Management
361-553-4400
www.calhouncotx.org
• County Sheriff
361-553-4646
GOLIAD COUNTY
• Goliad County Judge / EMC
361-645-3337
• County Sheriff
361-645-3451
JIM WELLS COUNTY
• County Emergency Management
361-227-4812
• Alice Emergency Management
361-664-3111 ext. 4
• Jim Wells County Sheriff
361-668-0341
KLEBERG COUNTY
• County Emergency Management
361-595-8585
• County Sheriff
361-595-8500
LIVE OAK COUNTY
• County Sheriff
361-449-2271
NUECES COUNTY
• County Emergency Management
361-888-0513
www.co.nueces.tx.us
• City of Corpus Christi
361-826-1100
Ready Corpus Christi
Facebook: Ready CC
Twitter: ReadyCC
• Port Aransas City Hall
361-749-4111
www.cityofportaransas.org
• City of Robstown
361-387-2522
www.cityofrobstown.com
• Bishop Police
361-584-2443
• Driscoll Police
361-221-2902
REFUGIO COUNTY
• County Emergency Management
361-526-2820 or
361-549-2185
• County Sheriff
361-526-2351
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SAN PATRICIO COUNTY
• County Emergency
Management
361-587-3560
• Ingleside Police
361-776-2531
• Portland Police
361-777-4444
• County Sheriff
361-364-9600
• Aransas Pass Police
361-758-5224
VICTORIA COUNTY
• City/County Emergency
Management
361-580-5770
• Victoria Police
361-573-3221
• County Sheriff
361-575-0651
Additional Information
• US Department of
Homeland Security
www.ready.gov
• American Red Cross
www.redcross.org
(enter zip code for local office)
24 hour number to call for
assistance
1-800-RED CROSS
(1-800-733-2767)
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