Bastrop County Office of Emergency Management

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The Bastrop County Office of Emergency Management seeks to promote a safer, less vulnerable County with the capacity to cope with disasters and emergencies. The Bastrop County Office of Emergency Management provides leadership, coordination and support for efforts to prevent, prepare for, respond to, recover from and mitigate against natural and man-made disasters. In times of evacuation due to em

ergency, follow instructions from first-responders who are on scene. Stay tuned to local radio or television stations for additional emergency or disaster information. Bastrop County's social media accounts are a moderated online presentation of information, news and comments and are not a public forum. They are not forums for banter and debate of ideas. Posted user comments do not necessarily reflect the views of Bastrop County. User comments should be limited to text only comments and those that contain profanity, personal attacks, ideas irrelevant to the topic or advertising will be subject to removal and a user's repeated posting of comments in violation of this policy may result in blocking that user's access to this page. Users should present questions regarding a County official's policy or procedure directly to the County official. This site is monitored during regular business hours 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday.

06/05/2026 5:40 PM - FINAL POSTFLOOD ADVISORY The FLOOD ADVISORY for Bastrop County has expired. # # #06/05/2026 2:26 PM...
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FLOOD ADVISORY

The FLOOD ADVISORY for Bastrop County has expired.
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06/05/2026 2:26 PM - INITIAL POST
FLOOD ADVISORY

The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD ADVISORY for Bastrop County until 5:30 PM this evening.

Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected. In addition, minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas; dangerous flows over low-water crossings; water over roadways; and overflowing poor drainage areas.

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding.

Make sure your Wireless Emergency Alerts are turned on your phone.

Please monitor your local news for additional information information and visit www.atxfloods.com
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06/06/2026 1:00 AM - FINAL POSTFLOOD WATCHThe FLOOD WATCH for Bastrop County has expired. # # #06/05/2026 1:30 PM - INIT...
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FLOOD WATCH

The FLOOD WATCH for Bastrop County has expired.
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06/05/2026 1:30 PM - INITIAL POST
FLOOD WATCH

The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WATCH for Bastrop County. This FLOOD WATCH begins this afternoon (Friday, 06/05/2026) at 1:25 PM and remains in effect until 1:00 AM tomorrow (Saturday, 06/06/2026).

Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Ensure you have a way to receive warnings and check notification settings on your phone to ensure Wireless Emergency Alerts are enabled.

You should monitor latest forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings.

For more information on flooded roadways go to:
atxfloods.com
drivetexas.org
“TURN AROUND, DON’T DROWN!”
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Unlocked, parked cars, especially at home, sometime become places to explore or to hide in for curious children.As tempe...
06/04/2026

Unlocked, parked cars, especially at home, sometime become places to explore or to hide in for curious children.

As temperatures heat up, this innocent play can quickly become an emergency for unsupervised children left in hot cars.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration recommends locking parked cars, even if you are not a caretaker. And, if you can't find your child, you should always check the car.

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You must register at https://warncentraltexas.org/.

06/02/2026 6:54 PM - FINAL POST SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING The SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Bastrop County ha...
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06/02/2026 6:54 PM - FINAL POST
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING

The SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING issued for Bastrop County has been cancelled.
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06/02/2026 6:54 PM - INITIAL POST
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING

The National Weather Service has issued a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING for Bastrop County until 7:30 PM this evening.

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

Intense thunderstorm lines can produce brief tornadoes and widespread significant wind damage. Although a tornado is not immediately likely, it is best to move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. These storms may cause serious injury and significant property damage.

Large hail, damaging wind, and continuous cloud to ground lightning are occurring with these storms. Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature's leading killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.

Ensure you have a way to receive warnings and check notification settings on your phone to ensure Wireless Emergency Alerts are enabled.

You should monitor latest forecasts and remain weather aware.
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It's going to heat up with the summer days upon us. Triple-digit temperatures create challenges in many areas of our liv...
06/01/2026

It's going to heat up with the summer days upon us. Triple-digit temperatures create challenges in many areas of our lives. Reviewing the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's (NOAA's) Extreme Heat Planning Timeline graphic here will help us in preparing for the summertime heat.

Some key reminders include the following:

☀ Become trained in first aid and heat-related emergencies.

☀ Check that your air conditioners and fans are in working order.

☀ Reschedule outdoor activities.

☀ Check on friends, family, neighbors, and pets.

☀ Take breaks, drink plenty of water, and use a buddy system if working outdoors.

05/29/2026

Do you live in an apartment complex or an RV Park?

Is your number up? Can we find you in an emergency?

Apartment numbers are usually not a problem for responders. Apartment buildings in a complex usually have the range of apartment numbers posted on each building. We might have to climb the wrong stairs a couple of times before we find your apartment. The main thing is – Is the complex's 9-1-1 address clearly posted where responders can see it from each direction of approach? If not, please share this information with your property management.

RV Park residents - If the park's 9-1-1 address clearly posted where responders can see it from each direction of approach? If not, please show this information to your property management. Individual units should have their number clearly posted. (See below.)

Bastrop County will make highly-visible signs with residents' 9-1-1 address for $5 each. Grab the form and order yours today.

https://www.bastropcounty.gov/upload/shared/DevServices/ADDRESS%20SIGN%20ORDER%20FORM.pdf

or https://tinyurl.com/9-1-1-Address-Sign-Order-Form

Typically, a residence probably needs three of them.

Facing each direction of travel, where responders' headlights will reach

Front of your house – especially if there are multiple structures

For Central Texans, sometimes it feels warmer outside than the temperature on the outdoor thermometer shows. The relativ...
05/28/2026

For Central Texans, sometimes it feels warmer outside than the temperature on the outdoor thermometer shows. The relative humidity, combined with the actual temperature creates what is known as the "feels-like temperature."

The table here of temperature and relative humidity, presented by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), represents the increase in danger through the following colors:

Yellow -- Caution

Tangerine -- Extreme Caution

Orange -- Danger

Red -- Extreme Danger

Stay mindful of the weather forecast and your body's signals for heat-related disorders such as heavy sweating, headache, dizziness, and confusion.

You're at the right place for 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗨𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘 and 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗟𝗬 𝑷𝑹𝑬𝑷𝑨𝑹𝑬𝑫𝑵𝑬𝑺𝑺 𝑰𝑵𝑭𝑶𝑹𝑴𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵 and 𝑬𝑴𝑬𝑹𝑮𝑬𝑵𝑪𝒀 𝑵𝑶𝑻𝑰𝑭𝑰𝑪𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵𝑺. We obtain our in...
05/27/2026

You're at the right place for 𝗔𝗖𝗖𝗨𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗘 and 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘𝗟𝗬 𝑷𝑹𝑬𝑷𝑨𝑹𝑬𝑫𝑵𝑬𝑺𝑺 𝑰𝑵𝑭𝑶𝑹𝑴𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵 and 𝑬𝑴𝑬𝑹𝑮𝑬𝑵𝑪𝒀 𝑵𝑶𝑻𝑰𝑭𝑰𝑪𝑨𝑻𝑰𝑶𝑵𝑺.

We obtain our information from credible sources such as the first responder command staff, subject-matter experts, and .gov, .org, and .edu websites.

For those who do not use social media, our Facebook feed can be accessed by going to the OEM website home page and scrolling down at https://www.co.bastrop.tx.us/page/em.home.

Wherever you go for your information, use credible sources.

05/27/2026 12:48 AM - FINAL POSTSEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING The SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING for Bastrop County has expir...
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05/27/2026 12:48 AM - FINAL POST
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING

The SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING for Bastrop County has expired.
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05/26/2026 11:33 PM - INITIAL POST
SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING

The National Weather Service has issued a SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WARNING for Bastrop County until 12:45 AM tomorrow morning (Wednesday 05/27).

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building.

Intense thunderstorm lines can produce brief tornadoes and widespread significant wind damage. Although a tornado is not immediately likely, it is best to move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a building. These storms may cause serious injury and significant property damage.

Large hail, damaging wind, and continuous cloud to ground lightning are occurring with these storms. Move indoors immediately. Lightning is one of nature's leading killers. Remember, if you can hear thunder, you are close enough to be struck by lightning.

Ensure you have a way to receive warnings and check notification settings on your phone to ensure Wireless Emergency Alerts are enabled.

You should monitor latest forecasts and remain weather aware.
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Address

Mike Fisher Building At 1501 Business Park Drive
Bastrop, TX
78602

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+15125814022

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