For Kingwood, North Harris County, Montgomery and Liberty County Residents
Hurricane Risks in Our Area: Why Preparation Matters
In this part of Texas, hurricanes are more than a headline; they’re a seasonal reality. While some families may need to evacuate, most residents in Kingwood, North Houston, and surrounding areas will shelter in place. Preparing your home and household now can make a significant difference when power goes out or roads flood. Here’s how to stay safe, protect your health, and keep your family comfortable—wherever you ride out the storm.
Sheltering in Place: What to Expect and How to Prepare
For most households, sheltering in place means staying home for several days, sometimes without electricity, internet, or running water. That’s why it’s essential to have what you need before a storm hits.
Tips to prepare your home:
- Turn your fridge and freezer to their coldest settings
- Fill your bathtub with water for flushing toilets or washing
- Charge all your phones, devices, and battery packs
- Secure outdoor items like patio furniture, plants, and tools
- Move valuables and electronics away from windows and off the floor
Make sure you have:
- Drinking water (1 gallon per person per day)
- Non-perishable food that doesn’t require cooking
- Flashlights, extra batteries, and battery-operated fans
- Prescription medications and medical supplies
- First aid kit, hygiene items, and trash bags
- Ice packs and a cooler for any temperature-sensitive medications
- A weather radio for local updates
It’s also smart to set aside some books, puzzles, or games, especially if you have kids at home.
When Evacuation is Necessary: Know Your Zone
While sheltering in place is common, certain neighborhoods – especially those near Lake Houston, the San Jacinto River, or low-lying areas of North Harris, Montgomery, and Liberty Counties – may be placed under mandatory evacuation orders during a major storm.
If you live in one of these areas, don’t wait until the last minute to make decisions. Roads can flood quickly, and supplies go fast. Planning ahead can reduce stress and save lives.
Steps to take now:
- Check with your county’s emergency management website:
- Map out more than one route in case of flooded roads
- Keep your car fueled and ready to go
- Identify friends or family outside the storm area who could host you
- Pack a small go-bag with essentials: medications, documents, phone chargers, food, and clothes
If someone in your household has limited mobility, relies on oxygen, or needs frequent medical care, plan transportation and identify medical-friendly shelters if needed.
Medical Readiness: Don’t Let Health Needs Catch You Off Guard
Storms can disrupt access to pharmacies, urgent care, and even some hospital services. Prepare your medical needs as seriously as your food and water.
- Refill medications early and store them safely
- Keep a list of prescriptions, allergies, and medical contacts
- Charge or stock batteries for medical equipment
- Coordinate with your provider if you rely on oxygen or treatments like dialysis.
Elite Hospital Kingwood stays open 24/7—even during hurricanes. Our facility is equipped with emergency power, onsite diagnostics, and a whole medical team ready to handle everything from infections and injuries to chest pain or breathing issues.
Stay Connected with Trusted Sources
During a storm, misinformation spreads fast. Rely on official channels for accurate updates:
- National Hurricane Center
- Local TV and radio stations
- Elite Hospital Kingwood’s social media for service updates
Keep a battery-powered radio on hand in case cellular or internet service goes down.
Elite Hospital Kingwood: Here When You Need Us Most
Whether you’re sheltering at home or returning after an evacuation, our team is here to provide high-quality emergency care 24 hours a day—even when the weather gets rough. We’ve prepared so you can have peace of mind.
23330 US-59 N, Kingwood, TX 77339
(281) 713-4200