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The City of Houston Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is the chief emergency coordinating agency for the Nation's fourth-largest City. OEM works in all four phases of emergency management: mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery to ensure Houston is ready for the next disaster.

Mission: We conduct programs and activities designed to provide our customers, internal and external, with the ability to prepare for, cope with, and recover from the effects of disasters.

Operating as usual

11/07/2020

Houston Health Department

We report 472* cases of #COVID19 today, bringing #Houston’s total to 86,919**. There are six newly-reported deaths, bringing the city’s total to 1,368.

*Of the 472 cases reported today, 85% (399) have specimen dates within the last 14 days. **57 cases identified as duplicates were removed from the total case count. #MaskUp, #SocialDistance, #WashHands and #GetTested to crush this deadly virus and put Houston on the road to recovery. #BetterTogether houstonhealth.org

#hounews Mayor Sylvester Turner City of Houston Office of Emergency Management Harris County Public Health ReadyHarris

11/06/2020

Houston Health Department

We report 475* cases of #COVID19 today, bringing #Houston’s total to 86,504**. There are five newly-reported deaths, bringing the city’s total to 1,362.

*Of the 475 cases reported today, 84% (397) have specimen dates within the last 14 days. **42 cases identified as duplicates were removed from the total count.

#MaskUp, #SocialDistance, #WashHands and #GetTested to crush this deadly virus and put Houston on the road to recovery. #BetterTogether #TodosJuntosMejor #hounews Mayor Sylvester Turner City of Houston Office of Emergency Management Harris County Public Health ReadyHarris

11/06/2020

#COVID19 has forced many Houston venues to close and events to get postponed. The Houston Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs created this program as a resource for #Houston musicians and for-profit and non-profit music venues to sustain their operations during and after the pandemic. Learn more:

AlertHouston: Houston Recovers - City of Houston Announces New Relief Program for Houston's Musicians and Music Venues

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3exyBkN

11/05/2020

Houston Health Department

We report 302* cases of #COVID19 today, bringing #Houston’s total to 86,071**. There are four newly-reported deaths, bringing the city’s total to 1,357.

*Of the 302 cases reported today, 70% (211) have specimen dates within the last 14 days. **42 cases identified as duplicates were removed from the total count.

#MaskUp, #SocialDistance, #WashHands and #GetTested to crush this deadly virus and put Houston on the road to recovery. #BetterTogether #TodosJuntosMejor #hounews Mayor Sylvester Turner City of Houston Office of Emergency Management Harris County Public Health ReadyHarris

11/05/2020

If you are using public transportation 🚌🚎🚊, make sure to practice the following:

Limit contact with frequently touched surfaces.
Consider traveling during non-peak hours.
When you arrive at your destination, wash your hands.
Stay at least 6 feet away from others.
Wear a face cover.

#BetterTogether #StopTheSpread

11/04/2020

Houston Health Department

We report 312* cases of #COVID19 today, bringing #Houston’s total to 85,811**. There are six newly-reported deaths, bringing the city’s total to 1,353.

*Of the 312 cases reported today, 83% (259) have specimen dates within the last 14 days. **79 cases identified as duplicates were removed from the total count.

#MaskUp, #SocialDistance, #WashHands and #GetTested to crush this deadly virus and put Houston on the road to recovery. #BetterTogether #TodosJuntosMejor #hounews Mayor Sylvester Turner City of Houston Office of Emergency Management Harris County Public Health ReadyHarris

11/04/2020

#COVID19 cannot stop us from being #DisasterReady: In August, residents of this senior living community were excited to receive hurricane preparedness packages from our office to help them prepare for Hurricane Laura.

Visit www.houstonoem.org for preparedness info.

11/03/2020

Houston Health Department

We report 301* cases of #COVID19 today, bringing #Houston’s total to 85,548**. There are five newly-reported deaths, bringing the city’s total to 1,347.

*Of the 301 cases reported today, 88% (264) have specimen dates within the last 14 days. **32 cases identified as duplicates were removed from the total count.

#MaskUp, #SocialDistance, #WashHands and #GetTested to crush this deadly virus and put Houston on the road to recovery. #BetterTogether #TodosJuntosMejor #hounews Mayor Sylvester Turner Harris County Public Health City of Houston Office of Emergency Management ReadyHarris

11/03/2020

As we head into the winter holidays, remember you are not alone. The Houston Health Department has a free mental health helpline to support those negatively impacted by COVID-19. Call 713-999-9442 from 1 - 11 PM. This service is free and open to everyone.

Mientras nos acercamos a los días festivos de invierno, recuerde que no está solo. El Houston Departamento de Salud tiene una línea de ayuda de salud mental para los afectados negativamente por COVID-19. Llame 713-999-9442 de las 1 – 11 PM. Este servicio es gratuito y está abierto a todos.

#BetterTogether #TodosJuntosMejor

11/03/2020

City of Houston Office of Emergency Management

11/03/2020

City of Houston Office of Emergency Management

11/03/2020

It’s election day🗳️! When voting today:

Avoid direct contact by waiting in line 6 feet apart.

Wash or sanitize your hands before and after voting.

Wear a mask whenever around people not of your household.

Be prepared for long lines. You can check estimated wait times for polling locations at www.harrisvotes.com/WaitTimes

11/02/2020

Are you planning to vote tomorrow? Be prepared for long lines and consider bringing:

😎Sunscreen and sunglasses
🍎A snack and water
🖊️Your own pen if needed

Check estimated wait times at Harrisvotes.com/WaitTimes.

Remember to avoid direct contact, mask up, and wash your hands.

11/02/2020

Houston Health Department

#Houston's latest #COVID19 positivity rate is 6.7%, holding steady with last week but up from early October. Let's #MaskUp, #SocialDistance, #WashHands and #GetTested to crush the uptick and drive the rate back down. houstonhealth.org #hounews #BetterTogether Mayor Sylvester Turner City of Houston Office of Emergency Management

11/02/2020

AlertHouston

AlertHouston: Houston Health Department, Partners Announce Free COVID-19 Testing Schedule For Week Of November 2

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3jJVcvy

11/01/2020

Houston Health Department

We report 299* cases of #COVID19 today, bringing #Houston’s total to 85,038**. There is one newly-reported death, bringing the city’s total to 1,341.

*Of the 299 cases reported today, 76% (228) have specimen dates within the last 14 days. **45 cases identified as duplicates were removed from the total count.

#MaskUp, #SocialDistance, #WashHands and #GetTested to crush this deadly virus and put Houston on the road to recovery. #BetterTogether #TodosJuntosMejor

#hounews Mayor Sylvester Turner City of Houston Office of Emergency Management Harris County Public Health ReadyHarris

10/31/2020

Houston Health Department

We report 512* cases of #COVID19 today, bringing #Houston's total to 84,784**. There are seven newly-reported deaths, bringing the city's total to 1,340. *Of the 512 cases reported today, 91% (465) have specimen dates within the last 14 days.

**35 cases identified as duplicates were removed from the total count. #MaskUp, #SocialDistance, #WashHands and #GetTested to crush this virus and put Houston on the road to recovery. http://houstonhealth.org #BetterTogether #TodosJuntosMejor

#hounews Mayor Sylvester Turner City of Houston Office of Emergency Management Harris County Public Health ReadyHarris

10/31/2020

Proper mask wear has been shown to help slow the spread of #COVID19.

#MaskUp and learn more at HoustonEmergency.org/COVID19.

#BetterTogether #StopTheSpread

10/31/2020

⏰Don't forget to turn your clocks back an hour⏰
#DaylightSavingTime comes to an end tonight! While you enjoy your extra hour of Halloween fun, don’t forget to celebrate safely:

Wash your hands
Mask up
Social distance
Get tested

Visit HoustonEmergency.org/COVID19 for more info.

10/31/2020

Let’s look out for each other as we celebrate. This Halloween, take steps to protect yourself and others against COVID-19 and the flu. If trick-or-treating:

🟠Avoid direct contact with trick-or-treaters.
🟠Set up a station with individually bagged treats for kids.
🟠Wash hands before handling treats.
🟠Wear a mask.

Visit HoutonEmergency.org/COVID19 for more info.

#BetterTogether #StopTheSpread

10/30/2020

Celebre el Día de los Muertos en casa o virtualmente para proteger su hogar. Celebrar y:

🌼Quédese en casa y toque la música que disfrutaron sus seres queridos fallecidos.
🌺Haga un altar en su casa.
🌸Coloque almohadas y mantas en su hogar para el querido fallecido.

Celebrate Dia de los Muertos at home or virtually to protect your household. Celebrate and:

🌼Stay home and playing music that your deceased loved ones enjoyed.
🌺Make an altar at home.
🌸Set out pillows and blankets in your home for the deceased

#TodosJuntosMejor #BetterTogether

10/30/2020

Houston Health Department

We report 353* cases of #COVID19 today, bringing #Houston's total to 84,307**. There are three newly-reported deaths, bringing the city’s total to 1,333.

*Of the 353 cases reported today, 84% (297) have specimen collection dates within the past 14 days. **64 duplicates were removed from the total case count.

#MaskUp, #SocialDistance, #WashHands & #GetTested to crush this virus and put Houston on the road to recovery. Visit http://HoustonEmergency.org/covid19 or call 832-393-4220 for free, fast, safe testing sites. #BetterTogether #hounews Mayor Sylvester Turner City of Houston Office of Emergency Management Harris County Public Health ReadyHarris

10/30/2020

🗳️Today is the last day of early voting! 🗳️ In addition to avoiding direct contact, wearing a mask, and washing your hands, you can make voting as safe as possible by:

🔴Knowing your polling options
⚪Preparing your documents like an ID and sample ballot
🔵Planning your transportation

#StopTheSpread #ProtectTheH #BetterTogether

10/30/2020

Halloween PSA: Party Ghouls

🎃Halloween 🎃may be different this year, but it can still be fun! Resist the urge to attend large gatherings. A super spreader event is more than just spooky

Instead, help protect those around you with these safer alternatives:

🖥️Virtual costume parties🎉

😱Visit a haunted forest🌲

🎥At-home scary movie marathon🍿

Visit HoustonEmergency.org/COVID19 for more info

#BetterTogether #StopTheSpread

10/29/2020

Voting is safest when crowding is minimized! That means checking out www.HarrisVotes.org/WaitTimes for your best polling location options.

Wash your hands
Mask up
Social distance
Get tested

P.S. There are 8 polling locations open 24 hours today.

10/29/2020

Houston Health Department

We report 241* cases of #COVID19 today, bringing #Houston's total to 84,018**. There are 11 newly-reported deaths, bringing the city’s total to 1,330.

*Of the 241 cases reported today, 75% (181) have specimen collection dates within the past 14 days. **38 duplicates were removed from the total case count.

#MaskUp, #SocialDistance, #WashHands & #GetTested to crush this virus and put Houston on the road to recovery. Visit http://HoustonEmergency.org/covid19 or call 832-393-4220 for free, fast, safe testing sites. #BetterTogether #hounews @mayor sy' City of Houston Office of Emergency Management Harris County Public Health ReadyHarris

10/29/2020

I scream, you scream, we all scream for 🎃 pumpkin spice.

Participate in outdoor activities instead of indoor activities this fall to help contain the spread of #COVID19. Consider the following:

Pumpkin carving
Horror movie marathon with the household
Haunted forests

Visit HoutonEmergency.org/COVID19 for more info.
#BetterTogether #StopTheSpread

10/28/2020

Houston Health Department

We report 626* cases of #COVID19 today, bringing #Houston's total to 83,815**. There are three newly reported deaths, bringing the city’s total to 1,319***
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*Of the 626 cases reported today, 87% (543) have specimen collection dates within the past 14 days. **60 duplicates were removed from the total case count. ***One death was moved to another jurisdiction and removed from the Houston death count.

#MaskUp, #SocialDistance, #WashHands & #GetTested to crush this virus and put Houston on the road to recovery. Visit http://HoustonEmergency.org/covid19 or call 832-393-4220 for free, fast, safe testing sites. #BetterTogether #hounews Mayor Sylvester Turner City of Houston Office of Emergency Management Harris County Public Health ReadyHarris

10/28/2020

Keep trick-or-treating🍭 safe this year by setting up a one-way goodie bag table🛍️ at the end of your lawn. Remember to wear your mask and not directly interact with those outside your household. The goal is to minimize spread as much as possible.

Wash or sanitize your hands before making goodie bags. Don't forget to minimize the number of surfaces you touch.

🎃Happy #Halloween!🎃

Visit HoustonEmergency.org/COVID19 for more info.

#BetterTogether #StopTheSpread

10/27/2020

Houston Health Department

We report 100* cases of #COVID19 today, bringing #Houston's total to 83,249**. There are two newly reported deaths, bringing the city’s total to 1,317.

*Of the 100 cases reported today, 66% (66) have specimen collection dates within the past 14 days. **9 duplicates were removed from the total case count.

#MaskUp, #SocialDistance, #WashHands & #GetTested to crush this virus and put Houston on the road to recovery. Visit http://HoustonEmergency.org/covid19 or call 832-393-4220 for free, fast, safe testing sites. #BetterTogether #hounews Mayor Sylvester Turner City of Houston Office of Emergency Management Harris County Public Health ReadyHarris

10/27/2020

We encourage you to look after the little ones in your household by discussing Halloween plans with them. Make sure they know about wearing their face mask, keeping social distancing, and washing their hands.

Visit HoutonEmergency.org/COVID19 for more info.

#BetterTogether #StopTheSpread

10/27/2020

Healthy Habits

Houstonians, do you practice these healthy habits?
Mask up. Social distance 6 feet. Wash your hands. Get Tested.
These actions can help protect you and your loved ones during the #COVID19 pandemic.

Visit HoutonEmergency.org/COVID19 for more info.
#BetterTogether #StopTheSpread

10/26/2020

👻👻👻BOO! It's Halloween season 🎃👻💀👽!
Don’t let the pandemic scare away your holiday fun. Follow these suggestion to keep your #Halloween spooky and fun but not deadly:

Practice social distancing (📏 6 ft)
Wash your hands 👏🧼
Mask up with a face cover (not just your costume mask) 😷
Get tested regularly

Visit HoustonEmergency.org/COVID19 for more info.
#BetterTogether #StopTheSpread

10/26/2020

The final week of #NCSAM examines the future of Internet-connected devices. A strong security infrastructure includes multiple layers of protection dispersed throughout computers, programs, networks, and YOU.

#BeCyberSmart and learn more at cisa.gov/ncsam.

10/26/2020

FREE+FAST+SAFE | Getting tested for #COVID19 empowers you to protect your family. Our sites are free, waits are minimal, results average 2-4 days, and safety is top priority. Visit http://HoustonEmergency.org/covid19 or call 832-393-4220 to find a nearby site. #BetterTogether #hounews

Hacerse la prueba en los sitios asociados con el Departamento de Salud de Houston es gratis, rápido y seguro. Los tiempos de espera son mínimos y los laboratorios informan los resultados, en promedio, a los cuatro días. http://houstonemergency.org/covid19 o 832-393-4220. #TodosJuntosMejor

AlertHouston: Houston Health Department, partners announce free COVID-19 testing schedule for week of October 26

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ovnxsY

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If you are using public transportation 🚌🚎🚊, make sure to practice the following: Limit contact with frequently touched surfaces. Consider traveling during non-peak hours. When you arrive at your destination, wash your hands. Stay at least 6 feet away from others. Wear a face cover. #BetterTogether #StopTheSpread

It’s election day🗳️! When voting today: Avoid direct contact by waiting in line 6 feet apart. Wash or sanitize your hands before and after voting. Wear a mask whenever around people not of your household. Be prepared for long lines. You can check estimated wait times for polling locations at www.harrisvotes.com/WaitTimes

Halloween PSA: Party Ghouls

🎃Halloween 🎃may be different this year, but it can still be fun! Resist the urge to attend large gatherings. A super spreader event is more than just spooky Instead, help protect those around you with these safer alternatives: 🖥️Virtual costume parties🎉 😱Visit a haunted forest🌲 🎥At-home scary movie marathon🍿 Visit HoustonEmergency.org/COVID19 for more info #BetterTogether #StopTheSpread

Keep trick-or-treating🍭 safe this year by setting up a one-way goodie bag table🛍️ at the end of your lawn. Remember to wear your mask and not directly interact with those outside your household. The goal is to minimize spread as much as possible. Wash or sanitize your hands before making goodie bags. Don't forget to minimize the number of surfaces you touch. 🎃Happy #Halloween!🎃 Visit HoustonEmergency.org/COVID19 for more info. #BetterTogether #StopTheSpread

Healthy Habits

Houstonians, do you practice these healthy habits? Mask up. Social distance 6 feet. Wash your hands. Get Tested. These actions can help protect you and your loved ones during the #COVID19 pandemic. Visit HoutonEmergency.org/COVID19 for more info. #BetterTogether #StopTheSpread

👻👻👻BOO! It's Halloween season 🎃👻💀👽! Don’t let the pandemic scare away your holiday fun. Follow these suggestion to keep your #Halloween spooky and fun but not deadly: Practice social distancing (📏 6 ft) Wash your hands 👏🧼 Mask up with a face cover (not just your costume mask) 😷 Get tested regularly Visit HoustonEmergency.org/COVID19 for more info. #BetterTogether #StopTheSpread

Lines have never been shorter when getting tested for #COVID19! Anytime you are around people you have not been exposed to before, we recommend you get tested. Testing is FAST, FREE, and SECURE at City of Houston testing sites. Find the nearest location near you at houstonemergency.org/covid-19-testing/ #BetterTogether #ProtectTheH

Getting tested for #COVID19 has never been easier! Many people are reporting little to no wait times, and many sites don’t require an appointment. Results are usually available in 2-4 days. If you have been around any new people, get tested. Better safe than sorry! Find testing sites at houstonemergency.org/covid-19-testing/

A Flash #Flood event is underway over southeast Texas. The previous Flash Flood Watch was extended through Wednesday morning. There is Flash Flood Warning in effect till 12:30 PM CDT. Currently, we are experiencing bands of rainfall across the city of #Houston and expect to do so over the next 24 hours. PLAN ACCORDINGLY! 📢 STAY INDOORS AND DON'T TRAVEL 📢 MONITOR LOCAL WEATHER AND ROAD CLOSURES 📢 TURN AROUND DON’T DROWN Visit HoustonEmergency.org for more information. #Beta #HouWX #HouNews

Here’s a message from your #Houston OEM on how you can best prepare your community for potential emergencies and disasters. For more information check out https://www.houstonoem.org/preparedness-are-you-ready/ #BeReady #DisastersDontWait

Quick reminders as #laura bears down on the Texas/Louisana border: stay off the roads tonight, turn around - don't drown, call 3-1-1 for shelter needs.

OEM SM Message.MP4

Houston OEM is actively monitoring #laura overnight. Remember to stay safe inside and off the roads as we watch for any impacts from the storm. (Video is in English, Spanish and sign language) #hurricanelaura

Ahead of #HurricaneLaura, please make sure all outdoor items are secured including: trash cans, sheds & gates, flag, wind chimes, potted plants, patio furniture, BBQ pits, gardening tools, etc.

Este es un mensaje importante para la comunidad de inmigrantes y refugiados. Contiene instrucciones sobre cómo prepararse para un #huracán o un desastre natural durante la pandemia de #COVID19. Más información: https://houstonemergency.org/marco-laura-updates/

AARP Prepare to Care Podcast - Hurricane Preparedness

Houston OEM Emergency Management Coordinator, Nickea Bradley recently joined AARP Texas's Prepare to Care Podcast to offer up some #HurricanePrep tips that can help you stay safe and prepare for #HurricaneSeason during the #COVID19 pandemic. Go to https://bit.ly/hurricanecovidprep for more info on how to adapt your hurricane plans to keep you and your family safe during COVID-19.

Our partners at Texas Department of Transportation urge the public to not park on shoulders or mainlanes during Saturday’s #July4th fireworks show. Stay home and watch the fireworks: tune in to #Houston's Freedom Over Texas celebration from 7-10pm on ABC13 Houston!

It’s hurricane season. Are you ready?

#HurricaneSeason is here! Are you #ReadyHouston? We recently chatted with COH Employee News about how to do #HurricanePrep during the #COVID19 pandemic. Learn more: https://bit.ly/hurricanecovidprep

Severe Weather

Be #ReadyHouston: A Flash Flood Watch is now in effect through Wednesday morning. A line of strong thunderstorms will develop over southeast Texas this evening and slowly move eastward through Wednesday morning. ⛈ On average, two to four inches of rain is expected through tomorrow morning, with isolated areas of six to eight inches possible. ❗️Stay informed: register for AlertHouston at alerthouston.org. 🚗 #TurnAroundDontDrown: avoid all travel this evening if possible, and do NOT drive around barricades or through flooded areas. #houwx #txwx #hounews Mayor Sylvester Turner Houston Police Department Houston Fire Department Houston Public Works Houston Health Department

Check on Your Neighbors

#HurricanePrep Week - Check on Your Neighbors 🧰Ensure your neighbors have emergency supplies 🌩Ensure your neighbors can get updated forecast information 🏃‍♀️Make sure your neighbors have a way to evacuate 🛣Share information with your neighbors about local shelters and evacuation routes 💛After the storm, check on your neighbors' well being 🤝Preparation and cleanup should be a community effort Be #ReadyHouston - https://www.houstonoem.org/hurricaneprepweek20/

Strengthen Your Home

#HurricanePrep Week - Strengthen Your Home 💨🌳 Wind can cause branches to break and fall. Make sure your trees are trimmed. 🪑Secure loose items such as outdoor furniture to prevent them from blowing around and causing damage. 🔨Purchase materials in advance to board up your windows to protect them from flying debris 🚪Doors are weak points in any building. Make sure they are secured and locked. 🚘 Move your car inside a garage or to another secure location. ⚡️🚰 If you have to evacuate, shut down the power and water supply of your house Be #ReadyHouston - https://www.houstonoem.org/hurricaneprepweek20/

Secure An Insurance Check-Up

#HurricanePrep Week - Secure An Insurance Check-Up 🌀 Flooding is the leading cause of damage from tropical systems 🌊 Flood insurance typically is obtained separately from homeowners insurance and has a 30-day waiting period 🏡 Prepare your home & car according to your insurance policy 🚗 👩‍💻 Visit floodsmart.gov to learn about flood insurance options for your area 🙇‍♂️ Understand what is covered in your plan and what is not 📑 Know where your insurance documents and contact information are located. Be sure to take it with you if you evacuate Be #ReadyHouston - www.houstonoem.org/hurricaneprepweek20

Assemble Hurricane Supplies

#HurricanePrep Week - Assemble Your Supplies 🥫Have at least 3 days' worth of food and water💧 💊Ensure you have 3 days' worth of medication 🔋Have extra batteries for flashlights, radios, and a hand crank charger for your phone 📱 ⛽️Keep your gas tank full, pumps may be closed 💵Have cash on hand! ATMs and credit cards won't work without power 🐶Have a week's worth of food for your pets 😸 Be #ReadyHouston - www.houstonoem.org/hurricaneprepweek20/

Rick Flanagan Retirement

The success of the Office of Emergency is due to the work of capable and talented public employees, particularly those who have acquired experience and valuable skills through many years of experience. Rick Flanagan has provided such expertise. After 40 years of service, Chief Flanagan has chosen to begin his well-earned retirement. Chief, we sincerely thank you for your years of service to the city, and even now, as you delayed your retirement to lead OEM through our #COVID19 response.

Develop An Evacuation Plan

#HurricanePrep Week – Develop An Evacuation Plan 🤔Where will you go? What will you take? 🐶Have a plan for your pet. Find a pet-friendly shelter 😸 🚧Identify more than one route in case you encounter a roadblock 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Communicate your evacuation plans with loved ones 🏃‍♀️Be ready to go when evacuations are ordered 🏃 📺Check media sources for more local information Be #ReadyHouston - www.houstonoem.org/hurricaneprepweek20

Determine Your Hurricane Risk

#HurricanePrep Week - Determine Your Risk 🌊 Water pushed onshore by storm surge causes the most damage of any of the hurricane hazards. 💨 Wind from a hurricane can top 200 mph and cause massive damage to buildings in its path 💦 Even if it is a lower category hurricane, it can still cause dangerous flooding 🏡 Inland flooding damages homes and buildings well away from the coast 🌪️ Fast-forming tornadoes are common as a hurricane moves ashore 🏊‍♀️ Beware of rip currents and rough seas both before and after a hurricane Be #ReadyHouston - www.houstonoem.org/hurricaneprepweek20

PSA - American Sign Language: Social Distancing

#CoronaVirusUpdates View the Houston Health Department's guidance for social distancing in #AmericanSignLanguage For guidance & other #Covid19 info in more than a dozen languages visit http://HoustonEmergency.org/COVID19 Mayor Sylvester Turner Houston Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities Harris County Public Health Fort Bend County Health & Human Services Montgomery County Public Health Galveston County Health District ReadyHarris Houston Public Works Houston Police Department Houston Fire Department City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods (DON) Houston Planning & Development Department City of Houston Housing & Community Development Houston Public Library Houston Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs Special Events, City of Houston

Kroger COVID-19 PSA

#StayHome, #WorkSafe reminder: grocery stores remain open! Kroger Houston Division President Joe Kelley wants you to know: our grocery store partners are working closely with the city of #Houston to ensure that ample stock of produce, food products, water, pharmaceuticals and cleaning supplies are available in our Houston area stores. We encourage preparedness, not stockpiling – please buy what you need and leave some for your neighbor behind you. Visit HoustonEmergency.org for more information on the City’s response to #COVID19. Remember, together we are #HoustonStrong.

H-E-B COVID-19 PSA

Under the #StayHome, #WorkSafe order, our grocery stores remain open! We recently partnered with H-E-B President Scott McClelland to share a #COVID19 message to Houston: Our partners, including H-E-B, continue to ship product every day to #Houston stores to restock shelves. Please continue to be patient as they serve our communities. Remember: we must continue to prepare, but panic does not promote progress. Together, we will get through this. Visit houstonemergency.org for more updates. Houston Health Department Mayor Sylvester Turner Houston Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities ReadyHarris Harris County Public Health Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo Houston Public Works Houston Police Department Houston Fire Department Houston Planning & Development Department City of Houston Housing & Community Development City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods (DON) Houston Public Library Houston Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs

STOP THE SPREAD OF GERMS | DETENGA LA PROPAGACIÓN DE MICROBIOS Help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases like #COVID19: ✅ Avoid close contact with people who are sick. ✅ Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash. ✅ Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth. ✅ Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces. ✅ Stay home when you are sick, except to get medical care. ✅ Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. For more information: www.HoustonEmergency.org/COVID19 Ayude a prevenir la propagación de virus respiratorios como el nuevo coronavirus 2019: ✅ Evite el contacto cercano con las personas enfermas. ✅ Cúbrase la nariz y la boca con un pañuelo desechable al toser o estornudar y luego bótelo a la basura. ✅ Evite tocarse los ojos, la nariz y la boca. ✅ Limpie y desinfecte los objetos y las superficies que se tocan frecuentemente. ✅ Quédese en casa si está enfermo, excepto para buscar atención médica. ✅ Lávese las manos frecuentemente con agua y jabón por al menos 20 segundos. Para obtener más información: www.HoustonEmergency.org/COVID19 #hounews Houston Health Department Mayor Sylvester Turner ReadyHarris Harris County Public Health Texas Department of State Health Services Fort Bend County Health & Human Services Galveston County Health District City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods (DON) Houston Public Works Houston Public Library Houston Parks - HPARD Houston Police Department Houston Fire Department Houston Planning & Development Department City of Houston Housing & Community Development

COVID 19 General Information in American Sign Language

#COVID19 General Information in #AmericanSignLanguage The Houston Health Department is taking proactive steps to protect the health of our community by making recommendations that are meant to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) and reduce the number of people infected. For guidance & other #Covid_19 info in 12+ languages visit http://HoustonEmergency.org/COVID19. Houston County Health Department Mayor Sylvester Turner ReadyHarris Harris County Public Health Fort Bend County Health & Human Services Galveston County Health District Montgomery County Public Health Brazoria County Health DepartmentHouston Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities Houston Fire Department Houston Police Department Houston Public Works City of Houston Department of Neighborhoods (DON)