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Houston Public Works urges hurricane season preparedness; floodplain office stresses insurance and permitting
Summary
Houston Public Works' floodplain management office reminded residents that hurricane season runs June 1–Nov. 30, advised checking FEMA flood maps, buying flood insurance (which can take up to 30 days to take effect) and following local permitting rules for building in floodplains.
Houston Public Works’ floodplain management office urged residents to prepare for hurricane season, reminding viewers that the season runs from June 1 through Nov. 30.
The office advised residents to know their flood risk and consult FEMA’s Flood Map Service Center to check floodplain status. The broadcast said “half of all flooded properties happen outside the floodplain,” and urged residents to buy flood insurance, noting policies can take up to 30 days to go into effect.
Public Works also advised against driving through barricades or on flooded streets and recommended homeowners check City permitting requirements if they are building or repairing in the floodplain. The segment pointed viewers to houstonpermittingcenter.org for permit information and to contact the floodplain office for additional tips.
The CityPULSE summary did not provide program‑specific grant or subsidy information for insurance assistance or a list of permit fees. The advice in the segment focused on individual preparedness and permitting resources maintained by the city and FEMA.
