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As widespread flooding continues to impact communities across the state, many Texans are seeking safe shelter and real-time information about road conditions. Whether you’re evacuating, displaced, or simply trying to navigate safely, here’s how to access essential resources during this emergency.

🏠 Finding Emergency Shelters

If you are in immediate danger or need a safe place to go, multiple state and nonprofit agencies are coordinating shelter locations across affected regions.

🔹 1. Texas Emergency Shelter Listings

The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) maintains an up-to-date list of active shelter locations and services through its disaster response portal:

Shelters listed here often include American Red Cross sites, school gymnasiums, community centers, and churches.

🔹 2. American Red Cross

The Red Cross of Texas offers emergency shelter, food, water, and emotional support. You can find open shelters by:

  • Visiting redcross.org
  • Calling 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767)

They also have a Shelter Finder mobile app and allow you to register loved ones as safe.

🔹 3. 211 Texas

Texans can call 2-1-1 from any phone or visit 211texas.org to speak with a trained operator who can help locate nearby shelters, transportation services, and food assistance.

🚧 Tracking Road Closures and Travel Alerts

Navigating during a flood can be dangerous. Never drive through water-covered roads, even if they appear shallow. Use these resources to stay updated:

🔸 1. DriveTexas.org (TxDOT)

The Texas Department of Transportation offers a live, interactive map that shows:

  • Road closures due to flooding
  • Detours and construction zones
  • Real-time traffic updates

🛣️ Visit: drivetexas.org

🔸 2. Local Emergency Management Websites

Many counties and cities have their own emergency alert systems and social media feeds. Check with your county’s official emergency management website or local law enforcement’s social channels.

🔸 3. National Weather Service (NWS)

For flood watches, road hazards, and weather warnings:

⚠️ Important Safety Reminders

  • Turn around, don’t drown. Never attempt to drive or walk through flooded areas.
  • Stay informed by signing up for local emergency alerts on your phone.
  • Keep your gas tank full and an emergency kit in your vehicle if evacuation is possible.

As Texas continues to respond to this emergency, help is available. These tools can make a critical difference in staying safe, connected, and informed.

For more information, visit disaster.texas.gov or follow updates from TDEM, TxDOT, and local emergency agencies.

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