Protect Your Home From Severe Weather

Whether you're buying a home, already own one, or preparing for severe weather, understanding your property's risks can help you make informed decisions. From flooding and hurricanes to high winds and extreme weather, being prepared before a disaster happens can help protect your family, home and finances.

Use the resources below to understand your property's risks, prepare your home and learn where to find reliable information.

Know Your Property's Risks

Severe Storms & Tornadoes

Strong thunderstorms can produce damaging winds, hail, lightning and tornadoes with little warning. Knowing how to receive weather alerts, identify safe shelter locations and prepare your home can help reduce risks before severe weather strikes.

Flooding

Flooding can happen almost anywhere, even outside designated flood zones. Heavy rainfall, overflowing bayous and tropical systems can all lead to flood damage. Learn how to assess your property’s flood risk, understand your insurance options and take steps to prepare before the next storm.

Learn more about flooding here.

Hurricanes & Tropical Storms

Hurricanes and tropical storms can bring powerful winds, heavy rain, and prolonged power outages. Preparing before hurricane season by reviewing your emergency plan, securing your home and understanding evacuation guidance can help you stay safer when a storm approaches.

Extreme Heat & Winter Weather

Texas weather can change quickly, bringing dangerous heat in the summer and freezing temperatures in the winter. Taking steps to protect your home, pipes, HVAC system and family from temperature extremes can help prevent costly damage and keep you comfortable year-round.

Helpful Resources

Property Risk Tools

ClimateCheck: Learn about long-term climate risks, including flood, heat, wind and drought.

First Street: Explore property-specific environmental risk information and climate data.

Buyers Aware: Review flood history and property risk information to make more informed decisions.

Flood Resources

Find trusted information about flood risk, flood insurance and local flood conditions.

National Flood Insurance Program (FloodSmart): Learn about flood insurance, coverage options and how to prepare before flooding occurs.

Harris County Flood Control District: Access local flood maps, bayou conditions and flood mitigation resources.

Emergency Preparedness

Prepare your home and family with trusted guidance before severe weather strikes.

FEMA: Find disaster preparedness, emergency planning and recovery resources.

Ready.gov: Learn how to build an emergency kit, create a family plan and prepare for severe weather.

Weather & Forecasts

Stay informed with official forecasts, weather alerts and storm updates to track changing conditions and prepare for severe weather events.

National Weather Service: Receive official forecasts, watches, warnings and safety information for severe weather.

National Hurricane Center: Track hurricanes and tropical storms with official forecasts, preparedness information and storm updates.