McAllen Office of Emergency Management Urges Residents to Prepare as Hurricane Season Gets Underway
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Staff Report
McAllen TX - With hurricane season officially underway as of June 1, the City of McAllen Office of Emergency Management is urging residents to review their emergency plans, prepare supplies, and ensure their households are ready in the event of severe weather.
The city is reminding residents that in emergency situations, officials may issue evacuation orders and that all instructions from local authorities should be followed immediately.
Key preparedness steps include:
Know your routes — Identify potential evacuation routes from home, work, and other frequent locations before an emergency occurs.
Keep essentials ready — Have key items accessible at all times, including medications, identification, a phone, chargers, and other basics.
Be prepared to leave quickly — If directed to evacuate, time is critical. Have a plan and be ready to act without delay.
Avoid flooded roads — Never drive through standing water. Even a small amount can be dangerous.
Stay informed — Rely only on official sources for updates and instructions. Avoid unverified information.
The city also urges residents to ensure all family members have key phone numbers saved and accessible, including emergency contacts and local resources, and to establish a shared meeting location in the event returning home is not possible.
Residents are encouraged to follow the City of McAllen’s official social media channels for critical weather updates, emergency alerts, and safety information throughout the season. The city notes that Public Works remains engaged through the recovery phase after any storm passes.
Source - City of McAllen Office of Emergency Management