Fort Bend County Homeland Security & Emergency Management

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The Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management prepares for, responds to, recovers from, & mitigates against disasters in Fort Bend County.

The Fort Bend County Office of Emergency Management (OEM) plans for, prepares for, responds to, and recovers from disasters. This page is where we will post updates and interact with the community. Our main posts go to our website, but are often mirrored here.

06/06/2026

158 PM CDT Sat Jun 6 2026

..FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM CDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.

* WHERE...A portion of southeast Texas, including the following counties, Fort Bend and Harris.

* WHEN...Until 400 PM CDT.

* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
Ponding of water in urban or other areas is occurring or is imminent.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 158 PM CDT, Doppler radar and automated rain gauges
indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This will cause
urban and small stream flooding. Overflowing poor drainage
areas will cause minor flooding in the advisory area. Between
1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen.
- Additional rainfall amounts of 1 to 3 inches are expected
over the area. This additional rain will result in minor
flooding.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Sugar Land, northern Missouri City, Stafford, Bellaire, West
University Place, Galena Park, Jacinto City, Hunters Creek
Village, Bunker Hill Village, Piney Point Village, Afton Oaks
/ River Oaks Area, Memorial Park, Greenway / Upper Kirby
Area, Neartown / Montrose, University Place, Fourth Ward,
Greater Heights, Midtown Houston, Downtown Houston and
Astrodome Area.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Photos from US National Weather Service Houston-Galveston Texas's post 06/06/2026
06/03/2026

A line of showers and thunderstorms continues to move gradually inland this afternoon. Gusty winds and small hail are possible. Make sure to stay weather aware and drive safely in these rainy conditions!

06/02/2026

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
524 PM CDT Tue Jun 2 2026

The National Weather Service in League City has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Central Fort Bend County in southeastern Texas...
Southern Waller County in southeastern Texas...
West central Harris County in southeastern Texas...

* Until 600 PM CDT.

* At 524 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Pecan Grove,
moving south at 15 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Southwestern Sugar Land, Rosenberg, Katy, Richmond, Pecan Grove,
Mission Bend, southwestern Eldridge / West Oaks, Fulshear, Pleak,
Fairchilds, Beasley, Thompsons, Greatwood, New Territory, Cinco
Ranch, Cumings, and Four Corners.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

06/02/2026

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
516 PM CDT Tue Jun 2 2026

The National Weather Service in League City has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
Eastern Colorado County in southeastern Texas...
Northeastern Wharton County in southeastern Texas...
Southeastern Austin County in southeastern Texas...
Northwestern Fort Bend County in southeastern Texas...
South central Waller County in southeastern Texas...

* Until 600 PM CDT.

* At 515 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located over Simonton, or
9 miles southwest of Brookshire, moving northwest at 10 mph.
Another storm is set to merge with it, which will likely result in
variable storm motion as both systems collide.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Northwestern Rosenberg, Sealy, Brookshire, East Bernard, Wallis,
Fulshear, Simonton, San Felipe, Orchard, and Weston Lakes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

06/02/2026

Severe Thunderstorm Warning
National Weather Service Houston/Galveston TX
429 PM CDT Tue Jun 2 2026

The National Weather Service in League City has issued a

* Severe Thunderstorm Warning for...
North central Fort Bend County in southeastern Texas...
Southeastern Waller County in southeastern Texas...
West central Harris County in southeastern Texas...

* Until 500 PM CDT.

* At 429 PM CDT, a severe thunderstorm was located near Jersey
Village, moving southwest at 15 mph.

HAZARD...60 mph wind gusts and quarter size hail.

SOURCE...Radar indicated.

IMPACT...Hail damage to vehicles is expected. Expect wind damage
to roofs, siding, and trees.

* Locations impacted include...
Katy, Jersey Village, Hunters Creek Village, Bunker Hill Village,
Piney Point Village, Spring Branch North, Eldridge / West Oaks,
Spring Branch West, Addicks Park Ten, Spring Valley, Hedwig
Village, Hilshire Village, Spring Branch Central, Willowbrook,
Fairbanks / Northwest Crossing, Westchase, Westbranch, Briar
Forest, Cypress, and Mid West.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

For your protection move to an interior room on the lowest floor of a
building.

Prepare immediately for large hail and deadly cloud to ground
lightning. Seek shelter inside a well-built structure. Stay away from
windows.

06/02/2026

Texas is preparing to welcome the world for the 2026 FIFA World Cup games, and safety starts with all of us. As Texas prepares to welcome millions of visitors, DPS encourages everyone to stay alert, drive responsibly, buckle up, avoid distractions behind the wheel and never drink and drive.

If you see suspicious activity or signs of human trafficking, report it through iWatchTexas. Your vigilance helps keep communities, visitors and events safe.

Download the free iWatchTexas app today and help make the 2026 FIFA World Cup games safe for all!

Click here to read more: dps.texas.gov/news/dps-share…

06/02/2026

Hazardous Weather Outlook | Tuesday

Storms are expected to move into Southeast Texas from the north late this afternoon and tonight, with isolated strong to severe storms possible across the region.

⚠️ Timing for Fort Bend County:
• Isolated showers and storms possible during the day
• Greater potential for stronger storms increases after 5 PM
• Main window for the Houston metro and areas south of I-10: 8 PM – Midnight

🌩️ Potential Impacts:
• Wind gusts of 30–45 mph
• Isolated stronger storms capable of 60 mph winds and hail
• Frequent lightning and heavy downpours possible

Be Prepared:
• Stay weather-aware this evening
• Have multiple ways to receive warnings
• Secure loose outdoor items and use caution during the evening commute

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Wednesday 8am - 5pm
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