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Governor Abbott Holds Briefing, Press Conference On Hurricane Marco And Tropical Storm Laura, Requests Federal Emergency Declaration

August 23, 2020

**This is for information related to Hurricane Marco and Tropical Storm Laura. Fort Bend County is NOT under a Disaster Declaration at this time.**

 

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August 23, 2020 | Austin, Texas | Press Release

Issues State Disaster Declaration For 23 Counties

Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference at the Alternate State Operations Center in Austin where he provided an update on the state’s response to Hurricane Marco and Tropical Storm Laura, both of which are forecast to impact parts of the Texas Coast and East Texas in the coming days. Prior to the press conference, the Governor received a briefing from the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), as well as an update on response and preparedness efforts from state agency directors and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). 

The Governor also announced that he has issued a state disaster declaration and has requested an Emergency Declaration from President Trump and FEMA for Public Assistance Category B (Emergency Protective Measures), Direct Federal Assistance, and Hazard Mitigation statewide. Counties included in the state disaster declaration are Aransas, Bexar, Brazoria, Calhoun, Cameron, Chambers, Galveston, Hardin, Harris, Jackson, Jasper, Jefferson, Kenedy, Kleberg, Liberty, Matagorda, Newton, Nueces, Orange, Refugio, San Patricio, Victoria, and Willacy. 

“As Hurricane Marco and Tropical Storm Laura approach Texas, the state is taking necessary precautions to protect our communities and keep Texans safe,” said Governor Abbott. “I urge Texans in the path of these storms to plan ahead and heed the guidance of their local officials. The State of Texas is working with local and federal partners to monitor these storms and provide the resources our communities need to respond.”

Hurricane Marco is expected to make landfall in Louisiana on Monday before moving towards Texas on Tuesday evening as a depression. This hurricane is expected to bring heavy rain and tropical storm force winds to the Texas Coast and Southeast Texas as it approaches the state. Tropical Storm Laura is forecast to become a Hurricane on Tuesday, and this storm is expected to make landfall anywhere over Southeast Texas or Louisiana early Thursday. Wind, heavy rain, and storm surges are expected on Wednesday as Tropical Storm Laura enters the Gulf.

TDEM has rostered the following resources in preparation to support request from local officials: 

Texas A&M Forest Service: Saw Crews and Incident Management Teams

Texas A&M Engineering and Extension Service: Texas A&M Task Force One and Two Search and Rescue Teams

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department: Boat Teams to support Water Rescue Operations

Texas Military Department: Helicopters, sheltering teams, disinfecting teams, mobile testing teams, and High Profile Vehicle packages

Texas Department of State Health Services: Emergency Medical Task Force severe weather packages and Ambulance Strike Teams

Texas Department of Transportation: High Profile Vehicles

Texas Department of Public Safety – Texas Highway Patrol: Search and Rescue Aircraft with hoist capability and the Tactical Marine Unit

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission and the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality are also assisting in response efforts. The Alamo Regional Command Center has been activated in San Antonio to support staging of resources that have been rostered by the State of Texas. TDEM has secured fuel, hygiene, and shelter resources and more.

Texans are urged to follow these flood preparedness and safety tips during severe weather events:

Know types of flood risk in your area. Visit FEMA’s Flood Map Service Center for information here: https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home

Sign up for your community’s warning system. The Emergency Alert System (EAS) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Weather Radio also provide emergency alerts.

Build an emergency supply kit. For more information on how to build a kit, visit: https://www.ready.gov/kit 

Keep important documents in a waterproof container. Create password-protected digital copies.

Protect your property. Move valuables to higher levels. Declutter drains and gutters. Install check valves. Consider a sump pump with a battery.

Be extremely cautious of any water on roads or in creeks, streams, storm drains, or other areas – never attempt to cross flowing streams or drive across flooded roadways and always observe road barricades placed for your protection. Remember, Turn Around Don’t Drown.

Be extremely cautious of any water on roads or in creeks, streams, storm drains, or other areas – never attempt to cross flowing streams or drive across flooded roadways and always observe road barricades placed for your protection. Remember, Turn Around Don’t Drown.

For more flood safety tips, visit gov.texas.gov/hurricane.

Governor Abbott’s Disaster Declaration: 

https://gov.texas.gov/uploads/files/press/DISASTER_Marco_and_Laura_disaster_proclamation_IMAGE_08-23-2020.pdf

Inclement Weather 04/03/2020

April 3, 2020

There is an upper level disturbance moving into our area later this afternoon and evening.  Even though our area is at a marginal to slight risk, we just want to be sure everyone is aware of the changes that are occurring.

Amended Order – April 1, 2020

April 2, 2020

From the Office of the Fort Bend County Judge:

“Stay Home to Save Lives” Order Extended to April 30th

Friends in Fort Bend,

Thank you for taking the time to share your comments and insight on the ways we are trying to combat the #COVID19 crisis. I have read all your wonderful feedback from the survey and social media. Today, I issued a new “Stay Home to Save Lives” Order that will go until April 30th. With your input and from medical experts, I have tried to include as much of your suggestions as allowed by Governor Abbott’s new Executive Order – GA 18 which defines “Essential Services” and limits local orders.

I trust my team of medical and public health experts that advise staying home during April is the only tool we have to save lives.

We Texans are coming together to tell this virus, “Come & Take It.” We don’t back down to the enemy. We come together and protect the vulnerable, be leaders, strengthen our communities and look out for our neighbors as ourselves. Over the next few days, we will continue to post information, videos, and graphics that include many of your ideas in this order while coming out of this stronger and saving lives here in Fort Bend.

God bless you,
Judge KP George

Full Order: https://bit.ly/3bHszeJ

Amended Order 4-1-2020

Press Release 3-24-2020

March 24, 2020

When faced with an unprecedented pandemic, Fort Bend County has chosen to prioritize the lives of its residents by issuing a ‘STAY HOME TO SAVE LIVES’ order. Our first responders, hospital systems, and frontline #COVID19 staff have made it clear that they need swift and bold action to slow the spread of coronavirus. We must listen to the science, data, and medical experts to make sure our most vulnerable residents are protected, and we avoid the situations now unfolding in places like Italy or Spain. This situation requires all of us, including the young and healthy, to stay home and make sacrifices if our whole community is to remain healthy and intact. More details to come at 4:30pm on Facebook Live. #FortBendForward #FortBendStrong

FBC Stay Home Order Info Sheet

document.pdf@fortbendcountytx.gov_20200324_133606

 

 

Brazos River Levels as of 03/23/2020

March 23, 2020

We will see a rise in the Brazos River this week due to rain events in the Brazos River Basin North of Fort Bend County.  The rain received in the basin combined with the release from some of the reservoirs upstream will result in the level of the river rising over the next 5 days.  The river is expected to rise just above 31 feet in Richmond but not expected to reach flood levels.  We are not expecting any levels to reach flood stages.  The same goes for Simonton and Rosharon area.  We will continue to monitor these levels and update if any changes.  

Press Release – March 21, 2020

March 22, 2020

Fort Bend County Health & Human Services

4520 Reading Road – Suite A – Rosenberg, TX 77471
J. Minter, MD, MPH, MBA, Director

March 21, 2020

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Fort Bend County Health & Human Services reports 5 additional cases of COVID-19, bringing overall total to 29

Fort Bend County Health & Human Services reports 5 additional cases of COVID-19 in Fort Bend County residents, bringing the county’s total to 29.

The 5 new cases are:

  • A man in his 70s who was hospitalized and released, now recovering at home.
  • A woman in her 20s with moderate symptoms and history of travel to a high incidence area, now recovering in isolation at home.
  • A man in his 50 s with moderate symptoms, recovering at home.
  • A woman in her 50s with moderate symptoms, recovering at home.
  • A woman in her 20s with moderate symptoms recovering at home.

 “Community spread is occurring throughout the Houston region, including Fort Bend County. Community members need to follow the social distancing ordinances issued by local, regional, and state leaders seriously. They are in place to help keep our residents safe and to minimize the impact on our healthcare system,” said Dr. Minter, Fort Bend County Health & Human Services Director and Local Health Authority. “If you are not sick, you do not need to be tested.”

What you can do:

  1. Do not go to the emergency room unless essential.Emergency rooms need to be able to serve those with the most critical needs. If you have symptoms like cough, fever, or other respiratory problems, contact your regular doctor first.
  2. If you are in good health and have mild illness, stay home, and take care of yourself like you would for the flu.
    1. If symptoms worsen, call your doctor. Your doctor will help make the decision whether you should get tested for COVID-19
  3. Practice healthy hygiene habits every day to help prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses like COVID-19, such as:
    1. Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
    2. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
    3. Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
    4. Stay home when you are sick.
    5. Cover your coughs and sneezes. If you don’t have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve, not your hands. Remember to wash your hands after coughing or sneezing.
    6. Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe
  4. Take care of your mental wellbeing during the outbreak of COVID-19. Fear and anxiety about a disease can be overwhelming and cause strong emotions in adults and children. Coping with stress will make you, the people you care about, and your community stronger. Things you can do to support yourself:
    1. Take breaks from watching, reading, or listening to news stories, including social media. Hearing about the pandemic repeatedly can be upsetting.
    2. Take care of your body. Take deep breaths, stretch, or meditate. Try to eat healthy, well-balanced meals, exercise regularly, get plenty of sleep, and avoid alcohol and drugs.
    3. Make time to unwind. Try to do some other activities you enjoy.
    4. Connect with others. Talk with people you trust about your concerns and how you are feeling.
    5. If you, or someone you care about, are feeling overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression, or anxiety, or feel like you want to harm yourself or others call
      1. Disaster Distress Hotline: 1-800-985-5990 or text TalkWithUs to 66746.
      2. People with deafness or hearing loss can use their preferred relay service to call 1-800-985-5990.
    6. Reach out to your family, friends, or neighbors that may be vulnerable, while maintaining social distance. Leave a note under their door to brighten their day or ask them if they need any groceries, medications, or supplies picked up.
    7. Stay informed. Information is changing frequently. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter (@FortBendHealth) and check our website for regular updates (fbchealth.org/ncov)

Privacy protection laws only permit the release of limited patient information. The health department is unable to release any additional patient information.

 

 Contact: Yaneth Calderon     P: 281-238-3551     C:832-473-2444     yaneth.calderon@fortbendcountytx.gov

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