Flood Safety / Recovery

Flood Safety

Safety is the number one concern when it comes to protecting citizens of League City. In order to be adequately prepared for storm events, citizens need to be made aware of some critical information. It is important to know the difference between a flood watch and a flood warning. A flash flood watch is flooding that is possible in your area. A flash flood warning is flooding that is already occurring or will occur soon in your area.

Be Prepared

The best time to make sure you are ready for the next storm event is before one is headed your way. Have the following emergency supplies available in order to be prepared.

Non-perishable foods and water containers
More than one flashlight and extra batteries
First-aid kit, along with any prescription medicine
Extra plywood (preferably heavy, pre-cut, and pre-drilled) to cover windows
Plastic sheeting (for water leaks)
Camera for photos of damage
Cell phone with chargers
Copies of personal documents (birth certificates, insurance policies, pertinent medical information, deed/lease to home)
Extra cash

View the Flood Preparation and Safety guide for more tips on what you can do to prepare for the next flood. League City and Harris County Flood Control District have installed six flood gauge stations within the City boundary. Three of them are in the Clear Creek watershed, and the others are in the Dickinson Bayou Watershed. The City flood gauge stations are in the Flood Warning System (FWS) of the Harris County Flood Control District (HCFCD). Just search by "Site by Agency" to see the City of League City's gauge stations. Residents are encouraged to check and track the water levels of the bayou/ditch during rainfall events. By checking these gauges periodically citizens can take necessary precautions if water levels from Clear Creek and/or Dickinson Bayou are rising, and the increase in flood levels may affect their property.

Likewise, the tidal gauge in Galveston County closest to League City can be monitored for increases or differences in tides that may impact the city. Having the data from the gauges enables community officials to predict the effects of storm events before the next big one hits. The League City Emergency Management website, Ready LC, has additional helpful information including how to sign up for emergency alert notifications.

Other Safety Tips

Learn the safest route from your home or business to higher safer ground from the Houston-Galveston Council page.
If Emergency Management Officials tell you to evacuate or leave your home, go immediately to a safe shelter, hotel, or relative's house. Evacuation maps for League City can be found here.
Before you leave turn off all utilities, gas, and electricity at the main switch. Stay away from power and electrical lines. Be alert for gas leaks.
Do not walk through flowing water. Drowning is the number one cause of flood related deaths. Currents can be deceptive; six inches of moving water can knock you off your feet.
Do not drive through a flooded area. More people drown in their cars than in any other location. Remember Turn Around Don't Drown!

Recovering From Flood Damage

Returning to your home after a major flood event can sometimes be overwhelming. The Federal Trade Commission and State of Texas Attorney General's Office has information that can help you pick up the pieces and avoid the pitfalls homeowners fall into after a flooding event.