Statement from Senator Miles on HB 1774 Regarding Hurricane and Flood Insurance
"Over the past few days, the Greater Houston area received a disastrous amount of rain that caused extreme severe flooding. As the rain begins to cease and the water recedes, I pray for those directly impacted. As with previous disasters and floods, we will get through this as we have always done.
Help the Storm Victim Animals of Hurricane Harvey
I will keep this short, but I wanted to update you on the animals that have been impacted by Hurricane Harvey.
Governor Abbott Announces $25 Million In Federal Funds For TxDOT To Address Disastrous Impacts From Hurricane Harvey
Governor Greg Abbott announced today that The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is receiving $25 million in federal funds to help rehabilitate the state’s transportation network after Hurricane Harvey waged an unprecedented attack on the Lone Star State. The Federal Highway Administration made the funds available for all counties on the Governor's Disaster Declaration.
Astros, MLB Announce Additional Hurricane Relief Efforts
Proceeds from three-game series in Tampa will be donated and crowdfunding platform launched #AstrosHarvey
Yesterday, the Houston Astros announced that Owner and Chairman Jim Crane, the Astros ownership group and the Astros Foundation will donate $4.0 million to Hurricane Harvey relief efforts.
Texans and Cowboys to Meet at 7:00pmOn Thursday - Clubs and Players to Donate Proceeds to Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts
The Houston Texans and Dallas Cowboys will play the final preseason game for both teams at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas on Thursday, August 31st at 7:00 p.m. CT.
Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee Seeks Massive Aid Package To Help Texas Recover From Hurricane Harvey
Jackson Lee: “The catastrophic destruction caused by Hurricane Harvey demands massive amounts of aid to address the overwhelming needs of the countless victims who face the daunting task of rebuilding their lives.”
Labor Day Classic Moves To Thanksgiving Weekend; Athletics Events Postponed This Week
Labor Day Classic XXXIII will be rescheduled for Thanksgiving Weekend, and Prairie View A&M University has postponed all home athletic events this week.
City and County Officials Urge Residents to Donate to Greater Houston Community Foundation Relief Fund
In the wake of the devastating effects of Hurricane Harvey, individuals may want to donate to help affected residents. Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner and Harris County Judge Ed Emmett are urging people who wish to help affected residents to donate money to recognized charities that are currently engaged in the response and recovery.
Fort Bend County Issues Evacuations;
UPDATE 8/28 5 p.m.: The interactive maps of evacuation zones for the Brazos and San Bernard Rivers now contain evacuation routes. Residents can search their address to see if they are part of an evacuation order:
NFL Statement On the Relocation of the Dallas Cowboys - Houston Texans Game
Due to public safety concerns resulting from the ongoing weather emergency related to Hurricane Harvey, Thursday’s Dallas Cowboys-Houston Texans game originally scheduled to be played in Houston at 7 p.m. CT has been relocated to AT&T Stadium in Arlington. Kickoff on Thursday will remain at 7 p.m. CT. Details on tickets, parking and other game day logistics will be announced later this week.
Alert #3 - METRO Services Suspended Through Wednesday
METRO services will continue to be suspended through Wednesday, Aug.30, 2017 due to unsafe road conditions and flooding. We are continuing to provide shuttles to transport people to area shelters. METRO officials will keep monitoring the weather and resume services as street and weather conditions improve.
Wells Fargo Donates $1 Million to Support Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts
Wells Fargo (NYSE: WFC) announced today it is donating $1 million to support those affected by Hurricane Harvey and the extensive flooding in its wake. Wells Fargo is donating $500,000 to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, and an additional $500,000 to local nonprofits focused on recovery and relief efforts in Texas in the coming days and weeks.
Jim Crane, Astros Ownership & Astros Foundation Make $4.0 Million Donation
Crane Worldwide also to assist in relief efforts in W. Palm Beach
Astros Owner and Chairman Jim Crane, the Astros ownership group and the Astros Foundation have pledged to donate $4.0 million to the relief efforts aiding the many victims of Hurricane Harvey.
Alley Theatre Cancels Remaining Performances of Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps
The Alley Theatre has been severely impacted by Tropical Storm Harvey. In order to keep our patrons, staff, and artists safe, the Alley has cancelled all remaining performances of Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps. All electricity, email servers, and phone lines remain offline. Patrons may exchange their existing tickets for a future Hubbard Theatre production at no additional charge, request a refund, or donate the value of the tickets to the Theatre
NFL Foundation Matches Mr. McNair and Houston Texans’ $1 Million Contribution to Hurricane Harvey Disaster Relief Efforts
The NFL Foundation will match Mr. McNair and the Houston Texans' $1 million contribution to the United Way Relief Fund to address the immediate needs of those impacted by Hurricane Harvey. The total $2 million contribution will support first response efforts by the American Red Cross, Salvation Army and the United Way of Greater Houston. Our thoughts are with the Houston community during this difficult time and we encourage fans to text HARVEY to 90999 to donate $10 to American Red Cross Hurricane Harvey relief.
H-E-B Store Status As of 8.28.17 at 10am
The status of our stores remains subject to change as the weather conditions affect them. To stay current with store closings and re-openings throughout the path of the storm, visit heb.com/disaster or follow us on Facebook at HEB Emergency Preparedness and on Twitter @HEB and @HEBPrepared.
Harvey: 'We just don't know when it's going to end,' Lawmaker Says
Gov. Greg Abbott has activated the entire Texas National Guard in response to Harvey, bringing the total number of deployed Guardsmen to roughly 12,000, he said Monday. Previously, he had mobilized about 4,000 troops.
American Red Cross Opens Shelters in Houston
Mayor Sylvester Turner has asked the American Red Cross to open two shelters to ensure the safety of those in the community facing possible widespread damage due to Tropical Storm Harvey.
This Texas Man Has a Boat — And a Mission: 'Go save some lives'
The statement is short but powerful. CNN's Ed Lavandera comes up on a pair of men readying a boat under a flooded overpass somewhere in southeast Texas. "You guys just jumping in to help out?" asks Lavandera. "Yes sir," says one of the men.
Texas Gov. Abbott: Houston Response Shows 'what Texas is all about'
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said Monday that the Houston community's response in the wake of Hurricane Harvey -- including the scores of residents who have risked their lives to rescue others -- shows "what Texas is all about."
