What Katy Area Residents Need to Know Two Weeks Post Beryl

KATY MAGAZINE NEWS

July 22, 2024

By Natalie Cook Clark

Two weeks ago, Hurricane Beryl made a direct hit to the Katy area that created damage and widespread power outages. Here’s what’s happening today that can help those impacted.

Photo credit: Azza Elshorbagy

When category 1 Hurricane Beryl came to Katy on July 8, 2024 it caused widespread power outages and damage including a lot of debris. Agencies are still working to address resident concerns over power outages and the debris pick up continues today.

Have Your Weatherhead Replaced for Free

CenterPoint Energy and Houston Habitat for Humanity are working to collect names of homeowners who need their weatherhead replaced before CenterPoint can restore their power.

This will be a free service that is normally the responsibility of the homeowner. If your weatherhead is damaged email Kevin Vargas at kvargas@houstonhabitat.org. He will need your name, address and phone number.

Debris Pick-Up

Debris pick-up after Hurricane Beryl continues today in the following areas.

Brazos Valley

Fulshear

Glennwood

Fullbrook

Rosenberg

Richmond

Sienna Point

Sienna Plantation

Pecan Grove

Missouri City

Needville

Booth

Stafford

Mission Bend

East Brazos Bend Dr. area

Oak Forest Road area

Lakeview Road area

Blidel Road area

Winfield Lakes

Westheimer Lakes, Rolling Oaks, Foster

Village of Oak Lake

Remember to follow the guide above on how to best dispose of storm debris. Do NOT combine debris with your usual trash.

Be Ready for the Next Storm

The Atlantic Hurricane Season goes through November 1, 2024 and experts continue to warn those along to the coast of a concerning and active season. The fact the Hurricane Beryl made history of being the earliest named storm in a season to make landfall backs up this concerning claim.

Katy residents should continue to stay prepared by following this tips and be ready before the next name storm makes headlines.

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