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03/24/2023 1:43 PM
DO NO USE WATER RESCINDED
The DO NOT USE water order has been lifted.
03/23/2023 5:12 PM
DO NOT USE WATER NOTIFICATION
BOLIVAR PENINSULA SPECIAL UTILITY DISTRICT Public Water System I.D. No. 0840044 Effective: MARCH 21, 2023
03/21/2023 3:29 PM
CERT Academy 2023-2 OEM
03/21/2023 3:07 PM
UNINCORPORATED Galveston County Notifications
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03/21/2023 12:40 PM
Possibility of Severe Weather Thursday
Watch for the possibility of Severe Weather Thursday! Then coats going into the weekend.
03/15/2023
Severe Weather Awareness - Rip Currents
What's a Rip Current?
03/10/2023 7:00 AM
Severe Weather Awareness - Floods
Know the Difference!
03/09/2023 7:00 AM
Severe Weather Awareness - Tornado
Do you know where to go?
03/08/2023 7:00 AM
Severe Weather Awareness - Lightning Types
What kind of lightning is that?
03/07/2023 7:00 AM
Severe Weather Awareness - Heat Illness
Stay Cool, Stay Hydrated, Stay Informed!
03/06/2023 7:00 AM
Severe Weather Awareness Week
NWS Houston/Galveston will be promoting severe weather safety and preparedness during the week of March 6th to 10th, 2023.
02/27/2023
GCOEM Receives EMAT Award
02/22/2023 12:44 PM
Cold Weather Driving Tips
Severe weather can be both frightening and dangerous for travelers.
02/01/2023 1:00 PM
Strong to Severe Storms Today
Track the storm with our interactive weather map.
01/24/2023 11:31 AM
Hazardous Weather Outlook for Tuesday
Showers and storms are expected Tuesday.
01/23/2023 3:12 PM
CERT Academy Class
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01/13/2023 3:02 PM
FREE Heavy Trash Event
FREE Heavy Trash Event in Crystal Beach on March 3rd
01/05/2023 4:32 PM
Resolution for Resilience
Make a New Year's Resolution of Preparedness
01/03/2023 10:30 AM
Happy New Years!
As we say goodbye to another year, we want to wish everyone in Galveston County a happy and safe New Year's celebration.
01/01/2023
Drive Sober New Years
New Years Weekend is here! As we all go out to celebrate the fresh new start we would like to remind everyone to be safe on the roads.
12/30/2022 12:03 PM
County Offices Closed Monday, Dec. 26th
12/23/2022 4:20 PM
Cold Weather Has Arrived
The Arctic cold from has arrived and don't expect temps to improve much today.
12/23/2022 6:50 AM
Morning Weather Update
Thursdays timing of the Arctic cold front for our area.
12/21/2022 9:09 AM
Weather Update
Temperatures will rapidly drop behind the front.
12/20/2022 4:45 PM
Arctic Air On Its Way
We are expecting a strong cold front to come through Thursday night
12/20/2022 12:11 PM
Cold Front Later this Week
A cold front will bring freezing temperatures to our area.
12/19/2022 2:58 PM
Friday Morning Projected Wind Chill
Frigid Wind Chill's expected Friday.
12/19/2022 9:37 AM
Cold Weather Tip; the "4 P's"
Remember the "4 P's" during cold weather
12/19/2022 9:27 AM
Dressing for Cold Weather
Dressing in layers will help you stay warm.
12/19/2022 9:07 AM
Subfreezing Temperatures Likely Next Week
A strong cold front next week will bring subfreezing temperatures to our region starting Thursdays.
12/16/2022 3:07 PM
Christmas Tree Safety
The tradition of Christmas trees, as we know them today, can be traced back to Germany. In those early days, people would light their trees with candles. This, obviously, was not a safe idea. Today, we have many decorations designed for safety. There can still be some risk when putting up your tree,
12/10/2022 7:00 AM
Preparedness as A Gift
Preparedness as a gift can be a great way to get something for that someone who is always hard to shop for. Many everyday items can be very useful in the event of an emergency. Here are some ideas for gifts:
12/07/2022 7:00 AM
Fog Safety
Tis the season in Texas for fog. Drive safe on those foggy mornings by following these safety tips.
12/05/2022 5:00 PM
Christmas Boating Safety
There are many Christmas boat parades around Galveston County. While these events are extremely fun, it is important to remember to be safe on the water. Never operate a boat while under the influence, inspect your boat before going out, and always make sure everyone has a personal floatation device
12/01/2022 5:00 PM
Vessel Turn In Program
Galveston County is partnering with the Texas General Land Office and Texas Parks and Wildlife to offer a FREE Vessel Turn In Program.
11/28/2022 12:30 PM
Package Theft
Porch Pirate is a term that has taken off with online shopping becoming increasingly more common. More than half of us have had a package stolen at one point or another. 17.9% of Texans have had a package stolen just in the last year.
11/28/2022 8:00 AM
Christmas Decoration Safety
Did you know? Decorating for Christmas sends roughly 15,000 Americans to the emergency room a year. 38% of house fires are during the Christmas season. 1 in 40 people will be shocked by a Christmas decorations.
11/26/2022 8:00 AM
Cyber Monday
With Cyber Monday sales now over 10 billion dollars, scammers and hackers will be on the lookout to take advantage in the rise in transactions. Follow these tips to keep you safer while shopping on the web.
11/25/2022 8:00 AM
Happy Thanksgiving
Have a happy, safe, and thankful Thanksgiving!
11/24/2022 8:00 AM
Black Friday
Some of the deals that pop up on Black Friday are enough to snap anyone out of their food coma. It is important to have a plan though and keep yourself and your wallet safe.
11/23/2022 8:00 AM
Thanksgiving Food Safety
Thanksgiving is a wonderful feast to share with friends and family, make it safe with these tips.
11/22/2022 8:00 AM
Thanksgiving Fire Safety
Thanksgiving revolves around a feast shared with family and friends, so naturally it is also the number one holiday for cooking fires. Cooking, in itself, accounts for 49 percent of house fires.
11/21/2022 8:00 AM
Thanksgiving Frying Safety
Frying a turkey can create such a delicious bird, but it is also one of the most dangerous ways, compared to other cooking methods.
11/20/2022 8:00 AM
Thanksgiving Travel
Many plan to travel and see loved ones during this Thanksgiving holiday. Here are some useful facts to help make your travel smoother.
11/19/2022 8:00 AM
Thanksgiving Pet Safety
Thanksgiving can be a fun time to get together with the family. Your family may have some furry little additions that you should keep safe this Thanksgiving. Many guests maybe coming and going from your home and you should secure them during this time.
11/18/2022 8:00 AM
Happy Veterans Day
To all who have served, thank you. If you or a veteran you know are in need of services, here are some useful links:
11/11/2022 8:00 AM
Fall Back
On November 6th the clocks will be set back one hour at 2 AM back to 1 AM. Daylight Saving time is also a good milestone to do annual or semi-annual tasks.
11/04/2022 8:00 AM
Severe Weather Outlook for Friday
A cold front will bring thunderstorms and rain Friday afternoon through Friday night. With this storm system may come high wind gusts and isolated chance of tornadoes possible. It would be advised to take down your Halloween decorations today.
11/03/2022 11:00 AM
Happy Halloween!
Happy Halloween from Galveston County OEM!
10/31/2022 4:00 PM
Burn Ban Lifted
The burn ban issued October 11th 2022 has been lifted.
10/31/2022 10:00 AM
Great Pumpkins
Pumpkins are an iconic symbol of the Fall season. The pumpkin we carve is a different pumpkin than the one you find in your pumpkin pie.
10/30/2022 12:00 PM
Candy Safety
The DEA has warned of fentanyl pills that look candy-like. It is always a good practice to check your kid's candy.
10/30/2022 8:00 AM
Fire in Jefferson County Spreading Smoke in Galveston County
We have been notified from the State that there is a grass fire in Jefferson County. Due to weather conditions the smoke is being blown toward Galveston County.
10/28/2022 9:00 AM
Black Cat Facts
Keep your pets indoors. Not all mischief on Halloween is in good spirits. Your pets can also get disoriented with the commotion and costumes. This could lead them to run off. Keep your animals inside and provide them with a calm quiet space for your animals.
10/27/2022 8:00 AM
Severe Weather Outlook for Tonight and Tuesday
Thunderstorms and winds will be moving through the area this afternoon into Tuesday morning. There maybe a slight chance of localized flash flooding and slight wind risks. It is a good idea to remove your Halloween decorations.
10/24/2022 10:30 AM
Costume Safety
Finding the right costume is hard enough, but finding a safe costume maybe more important.
10/24/2022 8:00 AM
Halloween Pet Safety
Halloween can be a stressful time for pets. Help out our furry friends by making it a little easier on them by trying these tips.
10/23/2022 8:00 AM
Fentanyl Packaged as Candy Seized
On October 19, 2022, at approximately 0730 hours, LA County Sheriff’s Narcotics Bureau Detectives and Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) agents assigned to a task force at the Los Angeles International Airport seized approximately 12,000 suspected fentanyl pills.
10/20/2022 4:30 PM
Spider Safety
Are you afraid of spiders? You are not alone, up to 15% of the population has arachnophobia and suspect the rest are not being completely honest.
10/20/2022 8:00 AM
Going Batty
Some find bats scary, some find them cute. However you look at bats, they have become an iconic symbol of the Halloween season.
10/18/2022 8:00 AM
Halloween Treats
Tick-or-treaters end up with quite a bit of candy at the end of the night. A pillowcase can hold a lot of candy, about 1,600 pieces in fact.
10/16/2022 8:00 AM
Scarecrows
Scarecrows can be a fun and scary addition to any yard during Halloween. Egyptians were recorded as using scarecrows over 3,000 years ago. Originally used for scaring birds away from crops, they have now become symbols of Fall and the harvest season.
10/13/2022 8:00 AM
Tropical Storm Karl
The previous zone has no developed into Tropical Storm Karl. There is no expected impact to Galveston County at this time. The storm is predicted to stay a tropical storm and should begin to move to the southwest Thursday.
10/11/2022 4:00 PM
Burn Ban In Effect
Galveston County has issued a Burn Ban for all unincorporated areas of Galveston County. Texas A&M Forest Service Drought Index has Galveston County’s drought value over 600.
10/11/2022 3:30 PM
Tropical Weather Outlook
Galveston County Emergency Management and the National Weather Center are monitoring an area with a 60 percent chance of formation in the next 48 hours. It is currently in the Bay of Campeche, there are no expected impacts on Galveston County at this time.
10/11/2022 8:00 AM
Candy Safety
The DEA has warned of fentanyl pills that look candy-like. It is always a good practice to check your kid's candy.
10/10/2022 8:00 AM
Full Moon Facts
We have the Hunter's Moon arriving in the sky tonight. This is the first full moon cycle after the Harvest moon.
10/09/2022 8:00 AM
Galveston County Master Gardener Fall Festival and Plant Sale
Come join us October 8th for the 2022 Fall Festival and Plant Sale.
10/07/2022 12:00 PM
Tropical Storm Julia
Galveston County Emergency Management and the National Weather Service are monitoring Tropical Storm Julia. There is no expected impact to Galveston County at this time.
10/07/2022 8:00 AM
Pumpkin Fact O'Lantern
The tradition of Jack-O'-Lanterns come from an Irish folktale of "Stingy Jack". Originally, lights over peat bogs gave rise to the legends of the will-o'-the-wisp, where the name begins.
10/06/2022 8:00 AM
Halloween Home Safety
Halloween can be scary and safe. Follow these Halloween safety tips while getting ready for the spooky season.
10/03/2022 8:00 AM
Halloween Safety Tips
Stay safe while being spooky this Halloween by following these safety tips:
10/02/2022 8:00 AM
Tropical Storm Ian
Tropical Storm Ian is expected to strengthen and continue on its northern track across Jamaica and Cuba into Florida. It is predicted to become major hurricane strength as it nears Cuba's western coast. There is no impacts expected for Galveston County.
09/26/2022 8:00 AM
Tropical Depression Nine
Tropical Depression Nine will likely strengthen over the weekend and begin to turn north towards Florida. There is no expected impact to Galveston County.
09/23/2022 9:30 AM
First Day Of Fall!
First Day Of Fall!
09/22/2022 4:00 PM
Tropical Disturbance 09/22/2022
A tropical disturbance with a 70% chance of development in the next 48 hours is being monitored by Galveston County Emergency Management and our partners at the National Weather Service. There is no predicted impact on Galveston County at this time.
09/22/2022 9:30 AM
Honoring Our CERT
Galveston County Community Emergency Response Team has been honored by Senator Ted Cruz for their commitment and service to the community. Their talent and service to this county has been recognized by the Senator in the July 1st letter below. We would like to congratulate our CERT members on a job
09/22/2022 9:30 AM
Tropical Storm Fiona
Tropical depression seven has now been upgraded to tropical storm Fiona. It is still predicted for the Leeward Isles this evening and into the Virgin Isles on Saturday, reaching Puerto Rico by Saturday night.
09/16/2022 9:00 AM
Tropical Depression Seven
Galveston County Emergency Management and the National Weather Service are currently monitoring Tropical Depression Seven in the Atlantic. The system is expected to move through Leeward Islands on Friday. This system is expected to move near or over Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
09/14/2022 11:00 AM
September 11th
May we never forget the events that transpired on this day 21 years ago. Please take a moment to remember and pay respects to those whose lives were irreversibly changed on that faithful day.
09/11/2022 8:00 AM
Peak of Hurricane Season
September 10th marks the peak of hurricane season.
09/09/2022 5:00 PM
Happy Independence Day!
Happy Independence Day!
09/04/2022 1:30 PM
Significant Roadway Closures 08/26 to 08/29
08/25/2022 12:00 PM
Historic Resilience
Five years ago, Galveston County continued our tradition of resilience when our community stepped up to help each other in a historic show of selflessness and collaboration.
08/25/2022 8:00 AM
Burn Ban Lifted
There is no longer a burn ban in effect for the unincorporated sections of Galveston County.
08/22/2022 12:00 PM
Gulf Tropical Weather Update
The potential tropical cyclone is still at 70 percent chance of development in the next 48 hours. It is still predicted to make landfall on the Northeastern coast of Mexico and follow through to Southern Texas.
08/20/2022 9:00 AM
Lightning Safety
Galveston County is expecting to have scattered thunderstorm over the next week. These storms can produce some pretty spectacular lightning shows. If you are outdoors when you hear thunder or see lightning, go indoors. Stay away from open areas, trees, and utility poles.
08/20/2022 7:00 AM
Gulf Tropical Weather Outlook
Galveston County Office of Emergency Management collocated with the National Weather Center are keeping a close eye on the Gulf near Southeast Texas for the area with a current formation probability of 70 percent of development within the next 48 hours.
08/19/2022 3:30 PM
Slow Moving Thunderstorm
Slow moving thunderstorms may result in localized flooding for this morning. Do not attempt to drive through flood waters, remember Turn Around Don't Drown.
08/19/2022 8:30 AM
TXU Energy Beat The Heat
TXU Energy hosted a Beat The Heat event at St. Vincent's House where they are passing out fans to help the locals beat the summer heat.
08/17/2022 12:00 PM
School Bus Rules
As our most precious cargo head back to school, remember these rules when passing stopped buses.
08/14/2022 7:30 AM
What If Disaster Strikes, Are You Prepared?
What if the power goes out? What if you are called to evacuate? Are you prepared for when disaster strikes.
08/12/2022 9:00 AM
National Weather Service & Galveston County Emergency Management Partnership
Galveston County has the unique honor of being the only emergency management office in the nation to be collocated with the National Weather Service.
08/02/2022 1:00 PM
Training and Presentations
The Galveston County Office of Emergency Management offers free trainings to help your business or community organization stay prepared. You can schedule an event by calling 281-309-5002.
08/02/2022 7:00 AM
Be Prepared For Hurricane Threats
Hurricanes can pose a variety of threats such as storm surge, high winds, inland flooding, and tornado outbreaks.
08/01/2022 8:30 AM
Hot Weather Continues
A hot weekend is forecast with some scattered showers. Continue to use caution when outside and check on vulnerable neighbors and family members. Keep people, pets and plants well hydrated as the heat indices reach high levels.
07/30/2022 9:00 AM
Boating Safety
Many maybe heading out on the water to beat the heat this summer. Follow these tips to keep safe.
07/26/2022 3:30 PM
Heat Safety
07/22/2022 1:00 PM
Practice Heat Safety
It will be another week of high temperatures in our forecast. Please continue to practice heat safety. Visit our interactive weather map for more details on alerts in your area.
07/22/2022