Red Cross Opens Emergency Shelters for Hurricane Beryl Relief

Lisa Valadez | 7/10/2024, 5:16 p.m.
The American Red Cross has opened ten emergency shelters across the Texas Gulf Coast to aid those affected by Hurricane …

The American Red Cross, in collaboration with partners, has opened ten emergency shelters across the Texas Gulf Coast Region to assist those affected by Hurricane Beryl. Red Cross workers are prepared to provide meals, a place to cool off, and a safe place to sleep. Tomorrow, ten emergency response vehicles will distribute food, water, and emergency supplies to the affected communities.


Shelter Locations:

-  Angleton Recreation Center

  1601 N Valderas Street, Angelton, TX 77515


-   BakerRipley Gulfton Sharpstown Campus

  6500 Rookin Street, Houston, TX 77074


- BakerRipley Ripley House

  4410 Navigation Blvd, Houston, TX 77011


- Bayside Community Church

  25080 TX-172, Port Lavaca, TX 77979


- East Montgomery County Community Center 

  16401 First Street, Splendora, TX 7737


- Friends of North Rosenberg

  1908 Avenue E, Rosenberg, TX 77471


- Lone Star Convention Center 

  2500 Lone Star Pkwy, Montgomery, TX 77356


- Nehemiah Family Life Center 

  650 Pollard Street, Jasper, TX 75951


- Sts. Simon & Jude Catholic Parish

  26777 Glen Loch Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77381


- West Montgomery County Comm. Dev. Ctr. 

  31355 Friendship Dr, Magnolia, TX 77355


What to Bring to a Shelter:

- Prescriptions and emergency medications

- Foods that meet unusual dietary requirements

- Identification and important personal documents

- Extra clothing, pillows, blankets, hygiene supplies, and other comfort items

- Supplies for children and infants, such as diapers, formula, and toys

- Special items for elderly or disabled family members

- Chargers for electronic devices

- Books, games, and other entertainment


Red Cross Emergency App:

Stay safe and informed with the Red Cross Emergency App, featuring weather alerts, information on open shelters, and a one-touch “I’m Safe” button. Download at [redcross.org/apps](https://www.redcross.org/apps).


Volunteering:

The Texas Gulf Coast Region of the American Red Cross relies on volunteers ready to support disaster response efforts. Interested individuals can register to become new volunteers at redcross.org/volunteer.


How You Can Help:

Support disaster relief efforts by donating to American Red Cross Disaster Relief. Your contributions enable the Red Cross to prepare for, respond to, and help people recover from disasters. Visit redcross.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to donate.