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KELLER WILLIAMS LONE STAR
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS & INFORMATION
HAVE A PLAN IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY ONLINE WAYS TO MAKE A PLAN:
TEXASREADY.GOV/RESOURCES/ASSETS/TEXASREADY-BUILD-A-DISASTER-KIT-ENGLISH.PDF WWW.READY.GOV/PLAN-FORM
American Red Cross
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Reunification requests: If you are searching for someone affected by a disaster, please call 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767) or contact our casework teams online through this 24/7 monitored form: http://rdcrss.org/4nAM6Dw
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Mental health support: If you are struggling with the emotional toll of a disaster, please remember, you are not alone. Call SAMHSA at (800) 985-5990 or text 988 to connect with a trained mental health professional.
You can choose either "Local Red Cross" or "Disaster Relief"
You can also call 1-800-HELP NOW (1-800-435-7669) to get help or donate over the phone.
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is mobilizes in response to emergencies in Texas. Our services include providing emergency aid, food, drinks, emotional and spiritual care, and critical supplies to survivors and rescue workers in five states. By making a financial donation, you help make all these life-saving services possible and empower The Salvation Army to bring hope to those in need.
When you support Salvation Army disaster services, 100% of your donation is applied to the disaster relief operation you select. And The Salvation Army NEVER applies an administrative fee to any disaster gift. If disaster donations exceed identified needs, excess funds will be restricted to support future disaster services.
For more information and service locations, visit www.disaster.salvationarmyusa.org.
Resources
* We highly encourage you to choose only licensed Inspectors with the Texas Real Estate Commission, when hiring Inspectors.
Use this link to find one:
https://www.nachi.org/certified-inspectors/brouse/us/texas
Check your local government sites:
TexasReady.gov
www.ready.gov
Donation
https://ctxcf.org/
(type this into your search bar)
For Animals
https://www.wilcotx.gov/380/Donations
*Each donation goes directly to the health, well-being, and care of the animals.
Williamsonhabitat.org
Have a Plan
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Stay informed, Listen to local news, weather alerts, and emergency updates.
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Grab your Emergency Kit: See below for suggested items. Turn off utilities, if safe-turn off gas, propane, and electricity to prevent damage.
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Follow Evacuation or Stay Put orders. If told to Evacuate, do so Immediately, Avoiding Floodwaters or Hazard Zones. Never walk or drive through flooded areas or near downed power lines.
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Communicate your location to family or emergency contacts.
SUGGESTED ITEMS TO PACK IN YOUR EMERGENCY KIT
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Water (one gallon per person per day for several days, for drinking and sanitation)
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Food (at least a several-day supply of non-perishable food)
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Battery-powered or hand crank radio and a NOAA Weather Radio with tone alert
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Flashlight
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First aid kit
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Extra batteries
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Whistle (to signal for help)
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Dust mask (to help filter contaminated air)
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Plastic sheeting, scissors and duct tape (to shelter in place)
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Moist towelettes, garbage bags and plastic ties (for personal sanitation) Wrench or pliers (to turn off utilities)
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Manual can opener (for food)
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Local maps
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Cell phone with chargers
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Soap, hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes to disinfect surfaces
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Prescription medications
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Prescription eyeglasses and contact lens solution
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Infant formula, bottles, diapers, wipes and diaper rash cream
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Pet food
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Cash
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Important family documents
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Sleeping bag or warm blanket for each person Complete change of clothing
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Fire extinguisher
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Matches in a waterproof container
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