BY NICHAELA SHAHEEN
Why it matters
Quotes of note
Breaking it down
The county’s disaster history helps explain why o cials are paying closer attention to where supplies are stored. Riley said each storm has added another lesson about time, access and tra c. He said ooded roads in Precinct 2 and evacuation backups during Hurricane Rita serve as reminders that both residents and respond- ers can get trapped when roads choke with water, debris or cars. Millsaps said that is exactly why the county placed new supply hubs in Precincts 2 and 4 instead of in Precincts 1 and 3— where Conroe can already be easily reached. I-45 has remained usable in major events, but roads such as FM 1488 and FM 1485 can create bigger barriers when the county is trying to push supplies east or west, he said. “As events occur and we have to use it, we’ll just replenish it from the main hub,” Millsaps said.
As hurricane season nears, Riley said residents should plan for wind and high water, stock up early and not wait until the last minute. An April 9 forecast from Colorado State University calls for six forecasted hurricanes, with two considered major.
“It gives us greater e ciency to be able to move quickly to meet the needs of the community
in the event of a crisis. That’s what it does.” MARK KEOUGH, MONTGOMERY COUNTY JUDGE
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“These facilities really assist us with making sure the constituents in that area have the immediate resources they
Hurricane preparation tips
• Have your supplies in order: water, batteries, ashlights, radio, cash • Secure your important documents • Have a plan for your pets
need during disasters.” JASON MILLSAPS, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, MCOHSEM
SOURCES: NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER, COUNTY PREPAREDNESS MATERIALS COMMUNITY IMPACT
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