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Heat makes the heart work harder. So, while your lawn care and gardening activities might not seem particularly perilous, add sweltering summer heat or a history of cardiovascular disease and you might be pushing up daisies instead of weeding them. Internist Van Tran, a primary care physician afﬁliated with Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital, says his family medicine practice notes – and treats --more car-

diovascular incidents as the temperature rises. Not all cardiovascular incidents are heart attacks, Dr. Tran says, but the symptoms could be clues that a patient’s underlying heart health needs medical attention, possible intervention -- and better prevention.

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Maintaining the body’s optimal 98.6-degree temperature can tax the heart in extreme weather – hot or cold. When dissipat-

AHA estimates the annual heart attack rate at one every 34 seconds. Meanwhile, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says about 800,000 individuals a year have their ﬁrst heart attack. Heat can multiply such underlying heart attack risk factors as family history and diabetes as well as lifestyle related factors such as smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, physical inactivity and obesity, Tran says.

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He recommends that his patients have an annual stress test, which will push the heart rate up to 85 percent of the maximum rate --- about 130 to 140 beats per minute – in a controlled environment. An annual EKG can be another baseline tool to have on hand should there be a cardiovascular incident down the line. Tran also urges individuals to establish a relationship with a primary care physician who can monitor any patterns and factors that might also be contributing to cardiovascular health. As with other health conditions, a healthy lifestyle – meaning good nutrition and exercise habits – can also help reduce the chances of cardiac stress – with or without the heat. And if you do experience symptoms of cardiac distress, call 9-1-1. Minutes can matter in getting life-saving medical attention, the AHA says. Don’t let the ﬁrst sign of cardiovascular disease be the ﬁnal one.

In 2009 Candlelight Place’s Donda Dye suffered a stroke from a twisted artery. She calls her survival miraculous but was left with a weakness in the left side and a brain injury resulting in balance issues. A practitioner of yoga in the past, she saw an ad a year ago in The Leader for free Chair Yoga at Memorial Hermann Northwest. “Chair Yoga caught my eye because you get the same benefits of yoga but without the danger of falling,” said Dye. “Besides learning relaxation techniques, I’ve also learned great breathing techniques for healing and cleansing inside issues, too, which I’d not learned elsewhere.” The Chair Yoga class at Memorial Hermann Northwest started in March of 2012 and was the brainchild of Angela Sisk, R.N., a certified Yoga Nurse. Yoga Nursing is a new accredited movement in healthcare and nursing which blends ancient yoga and modern nursing to relieve SAPS (stress, anxiety, pain and suffering). It was created by Annette Tersigni, a yoga instructor and R.N. Each class involves breathing exercises, gentle movement, and relaxation. Benefits include decreased blood pressure, improved mood, reduced depression, stress reduction and increased mobility. Although the class is open to anyone who wants to attend, many of the participants are cancer patients or cancer survivors. Shirley Cato is a breast and lung cancer survivor who has been volunteering for the past 20 years with the American Cancer Society’s program “Reach to Recovery” which serves breast cancer patients. For the past three years Cato has been a volunteer at Memorial Hermann Northwest Hospital in their cancer center. That’s where she heard about Chair Yoga. “I do everything possible to keep my immune system up. The Chair Yoga and meditation I find essential for my well being,” she said. Laura Hollingsworth is currently being treated for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and has two more chemotherapy treatments to go. In addition to the discomfort from her port, she also experiences rib pain as the result of a car accident she and her husband had on the way home from the hospital. She says the breathing exercises help her pain.

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Chest pain -- or “discomfort” as the American Heart Association calls it -- can mean pressure, squeezing, or tightness that lasts more than several minutes or that comes and goes and returns. Other warning symptoms include shortness of breath or excessive sweat, nausea or light-headedness. (A racing heart beat could indicate heat exhaustion, another summer health issue.) Despite its common portrayal in media as a sudden onset of chest- or arm-clutching pain, a heart attack might actually begin slowly, with symptoms building their intensity and frequency. Symptoms in women trend more toward

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shortness of breath, nausea and back or jaw pain, AHA’s website says. Some symptoms might also indicate other health conditions, such as acid reﬂux or even anxiety attacks, Tran says, which is why it’s important to seek medical care quickly and not second-guess the diagnosis and treatment. “Better safe than sorry,” he says.

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ing the body’s extra heat, for example, the blood vessels dilate. The heart beats faster to handle the same amount of blood circulation. The body burning calories this way further increases the heart’s workload, Tran explains, which raises blood pressure. Heat also triggers perspiration, which can lead to dehydration. Dehydration further complicates the body’s efforts to dissipate heat, he says, since it decreases the volume of blood needing to circulate, which also makes the heart pump harder. Individuals with existing cardiovascular disease can be more susceptible to heatinduced heart incidents, Tran says. Ditto the elderly or individuals on beta blockers (which can affect the heart rate) and diuretics (which reduce water retention). Heat can fool people with or without underlying cardiovascular sensitivities, Tran says. He sometimes treats young athletes who “think they can handle it” and don’t take mitigating precautions, such as shade, water breaks and being active outdoors when it’s not the heat of the day. More often, though, he hears from the 50-somethings who experience chest pains while cutting their lawns and wonder if they’re having a heart attack.

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On a recent Monday, Sisk led the group through combinations of eight essential postures over an hourlong period. In addition to the exercise, participants also appreciate her demeanor. “Angela is so calming and encouraging I feel very relaxed and a bit cocooned from the fast pace of life,” said Dye. “She has taught me the importance of slowing down and listening to my body. That hour is much needed in our lives full of hustle and bustle.” “People hear yoga and are totally intimidated, but anybody can do this,” said Sisk. “It’s easy and effective.” Sisk will soon be teaching other nurses about Yoga Nursing and how to relieve SAPS in themselves and their patients. “I want to teach nurses how they can use yoga in a healthcare setting,” she said. The class is held every Monday from 2-3 p.m. in South Tower, Classroom F. Classes are free, and parking is validated. Participants are encouraged to wear comfortable clothes and to bring a towel and water. For more information, call 713-867-2062.

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by Michael Sudhalter michael@theleadernews.com There have been two important factors that have shaped the life of Mary Gibson -- her afﬁnity for living in Oak Forest and her dedication to health and science. Gibson was born in Hot Springs, Ark. but she moved to Cheshire Lane in Oak Forest before starting kindergarten in January 1953. “It was awesome -- living on this street was like a girl’s paradise,” Gibson said. “Just about every house had a girl around my age. It was such a fun place to be.” She attended Oak Forest Elementary and Black Middle School before graduating from Waltrip High in 1967. She was a member of the school’s Imperial Guard Drum & Bugle Corps. The circumstances of life have proven the age old saying, “you can always go home” to be true for Gibson. Gibson moved back to her childhood home in 2003 and re-

turned to Waltrip in 2006 to teach health science. “It’s very special,” Gibson said. “Everything about my life feels really special. I live in the house I grew up in. Waltrip is very, very special to me, and it’s my school.” She’s currently on Waltrip’s Alumni Board and coordinated the parade for the 50th anniversary in 2011. Upon graduation from Waltrip, Gibson studied at the University of Houston and later graduated from nursing school at the University of Texas Health Science Center in Houston. Gibson’s nursing career gave her a wide variety of experience from surgical to renal, cardio, general medicine, OBGYN, psychiatry and rehabilitation. Gibson, who lived in the Spring area for much of her adult life, was invited to be a guest speaker at Tomball High School. She found out there was an opening at the northern Houston suburb, earned teacher certiﬁca-

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“The students are all people who want a career in health care,” Gibson said. In addition to her instructional duties, Gibson is also the faculty sponsor for Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA), in which students learn about the health careers they’d like to pursue. Earlier this year, the Waltrip HOSA chapter toured Galveston National Laboratory, took a kayak tour at Galveston State Park and went camping at Quintana Beach County Park in Freeport. “I love teaching,” Gibson said. “I miss nursing. When I retire from teaching (in a couple of years), I’ll go back into nursing.” Gibson’s husband passed away after suffering a heart attack last year. She still lives in her childhood home on Cheshire with her 31-year-old son, Jeffrey Smith, an ex-U.S. Marine. “The home still looks a lot like it did when I (grew up) there,” she said.

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Custom made washer & corn hole boards. Made in Oak Forest area by Grady Green. Personalized. Order for July 4th parties.

WWII or Earlier...

ALTERATIONS: Reasonable. Pick up and delivery. Charlotte, 713-694-0003. (TF)

COMPUTER PROBLEMS?

We offer Mobile Repairs Mr. PC Computer

832.641.6786

Ad # 7-13

ANIMAL CLINIC

RECEPTIONIST- PART-TIME Responsible for client communications, including answering phone, coordinating appointments. greeting clients, managing hospital records, and invoicing for a fast paced, progressive practice. Salary commensurates with abilities. Require strong ofﬁce and people skills, Bilingual individual preferred. Experience working in the veterinary ﬁeld a plus. Some weekends required.

Apply in person at 5315 Antoine or email/fax resume to forestwestvet@sbcglobal.net or 713-688-9628

Senior Discount

Verdeco

Professional Lawn Care • Mowing • Mulching • Shrub Trimming • Trash Removal • Cleanups 1 Time • Fertilizing

713-703-6406 Verdecolawncare@gmail.com

281-468-2158

TREE CARE

PROFESSIONALS

Comm.-Res. • Trimming • Removal • Stump Grinding • Planting • Pruning • Trash Hauling Free Estimate • Insured Lino 281-704-6828 • Landscape Design & Installation • Maintenance • Irrigation • Drainage • Lighting • Pool Design & Installation We accept all major Credit Cards

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OPEN M-F 8-6 • SAT 9-2 PICK UP & DELIVERY AVAIALABLE

Mower Parts and Supply Co. 4560 W. 34th @ Mangum (Next to Fiesta Tacos) 713-686-8306 We service most major brands!

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713-871-9517

Transport Service Co. is hiring a

MECHANIC

out of Pasadena, TX! We offer competitive pay, medical beneﬁts for you and your family, paid vacations, 401K & MORE! Submit your resume to safety@thekag.com to apply!

VETERINARY ASSISTANT PART-TIME Responsible for providing care for hospitalized patients and maintaining the appearance and cleanliness of the hospital. Also includes assisting in radiology and with treatments. Position requires handling of dogs and cats with compassion and the ability to lift 40 lbs. Experience working in the veterinary ﬁeld a plus. Some weekends required.

HIRING NOW! PART TIME RETAIL SALES MERCHANDISING

College Students or Semi Retired Person Welcome. Day shift Call For Interview

281-272-1875

Al’s

Ranger Tree Service

Specialize In Dif�cult Removals, Trimming and Planting of New Trees Free Estimates

Insured

713-690-TREE-(8733)

Experienced LAWN & TREE SERVICE Landscaping • Insured Satisfaction Guaranteed

Al Rojas 713-863-7310 Cell 713-416-1092

YOUR AD CAN RUN HERE

Alfredo’s Landscape Landscape Renovations

• Mowing • Seasonal Color • Mulching • Wood Fences • Cleanups • Pressure • Tree Trimming Washing

832-563-9301

TREE CLIMBERS Expert Tree Services

• Removal • Trim • Prune • Spray • Feed • Top • Stump Grinding Fully Insured • Free Est.

10% OFF Labor w/ad

281-866-8859

Gilbert’s Landscape Lawn Care

TREE CUTTING & TRIMMING

FREE ESTIMATES – 17 Yrs. Exp.

(281) 948-4879

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Lawn Maintenance Landscaping & Design Sprinkler Repair Residential/Commercial Free Estimates Taylor Herrmann

713-298-4628

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YOUR AD CAN RUN HERE Call 713-686-8494 For Details

Mowing • Edging • Blowing Flower Bedding • Fertilizing

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LAWN EQUIPMENT PARTS & REPAIR Lawn Mowers Chainsaws Trimmers Blowers

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LET THESE PROFESSIONALS ASSIST YOU WITH YOUR LAWN & GARDEN NEEDS

832-541-0770

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Shop Online 24/7 ��

P.M. caregiver for preschool in Oak Forest 3:30-6:00 Daily Must be over 18 with h.s. diploma. 713-957-3411

No Children • Cash Only House For Sale

Great work at competitive prices!

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Apply in person at 5315 Antoine or email/fax resume to forestwestvet@sbcglobal.net or 713-688-9628

LEADER PUZZLER SOLUTIONS

Furniture, books for all ages, household items, costume jewelry 5002 Lido Lane Friday and Saturday, July 19-20 • 8AM-3PM

RON'S YARD SERVICE

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Sprinkler Repair Landscape Tree Service

Need Vacation $$$$?

P.T. Position Available at the End of August

MOVING/ESTATE/GARAGE SALE

JR RAMIREZ

FOR SALE

HELP WANTED

1 year commercial experience.

713-686-6622

FOR SALE

To Advertise Call A Local Sales Rep 713-686-8494

NEEDED LANDSCAPER

SEWING

2217 W. 34th, Ste. A.

FOR SALE

713-301-8584

Frusco Landscape & Irrigation Co. Since 1975

• Sprinkler Systems • Drainage Systems • Design • Installation • Service & Repair We specialize in Sprinkler Repair

Gardening Makeover Specialists Heights Resident

Lic.# 4876 Joseph Frusco Consultant

(832) 435-8685

www.fruscolandscaping.com

LUXURY LAWNS

Lawn Maintenance Landscape & Design Sprinklers/Drainage Systems Free Estimates 20 yrs. exp.

713-688-4244 David Bartula

U S Tree Experts • Tree Removal • Shaping & Trimming Insured • Free Estimates

FRANK ZENIL

713-681-4079 • 713-410-4265

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713-683-TREE (713-683-8733) FREE ESTIMATES

COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPING COMPANY is currently looking for leadmen with minimum one year of experience. For more information, please call 713-6882435 or apply at 2048 Johanna Dr. We are an equal opportunity employer. (S) (7-13)

ADULT CARE PART-TIME HOME HEALTHCARE for elderly female. $9/hour. Agent. 713-998-0586. PRIVATE DUTY IN YOUR OWN HOME: 290/Heights area. 832366-6588. (7-13)

WORK WANTED C.W. TRASH HAULING: Residential/commercial, clean out garages, tractor work, box blade. 832-434-8863. (8-3) EUGENE HAULS TRASH: Cleans garages, trims trees. 832-8905453; 713-631-5348. (7-27) C.W. LAWN CARE: Yard work — cut grass, clean lots. 832-4348863. (8-3)

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• Appliances • Yard Debris Garage Clean Outs Free Estimates CALL Manny Insured

281-414-8698

QUICK TRASH HAULING • Garage Cleaning • Lots Tree Cutting • Fence Debris Removal • Demolish Free Estimates • All Concrete

No Job Too Large Or Small ASK FOR

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PETS & LIVESTOCK

GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS

FIND YOUR FRIEND FOR LIFE: Adopt or foster a shelter animal. www.nokill1.org. (TF) FOUND FEMALE KITTEN: Gray and white, 3-4 months old. Call Jane at The Leader. 713-6868494.

GENERAL IMPROVEMENTS PETSHOME / LIVESTOCK

M&M Pet Sitting

GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS PETS / LIVESTOCK

ALL HOME REPAIR

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Affordable Pet Care In Your Home Will Treat Your Loved Ones As My Own

Mitzi Bonded

Cell (713)444-8517 (713)682-5246

35 Yrs. Exp. & Leader Advertiser

Call Sam 713-582-5500 713-686-2285

Dog Grooming Boarding

5229 Brinkman St. Houston, Tx. 77091

GROOMING

39TH ANNIVERSARY

832•654•7475

$5 OFF GROOMINGS Expires 6-30-13

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Haute Dawgs

Since 1976

• Repair Specialist • Springs • Rollers • Sections repaired & replaced • Cables

We will meet or beat our mobile grooming competitor’s prices

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SPECIAL OCCASIONS CHARMING VENUE FOR YOUR NEXT GATHERING: Houston Heights Woman’s Club’s Historic Bungalow, perfect for small events. Recitals, luncheons, fundraisers — events up to 100 PLUMBING people. Grand piano, stage, round tables, small catering kitchen. Call Lizz Martin, 281217-6070, regarding this Heights landmark. (TF)

GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENT

GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS

713-849-9000

if Interior/Exterior

• Painting • Sheetrock • Tile Work • Roong • Carpentry • Carpet • Concrete • Power Wash • Burglar Bars • Brick • Trees FREE ESTIMATES - Hector

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ROOFING by SERNA BROS.

Serving NW Houston Since 1973 FREE estimates

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Sheetrock • Power Wash

GARAGE DOORS

Painting Interior/Exterior

Repair or Replace Doors/Openers

Sheetrock Repair

Repair Specialist

Match any texture

Roofing Work Carpentry Handyman Services Power Washing Good References

7 DAY SERVICE

½ HP Sears Openers Installed

270

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Choice Door

Credit Cards Accepted

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Wood Floors R’ Us • Sand • Finish • Installation New or Old Flooring

PLUMBING OFIN G

� Quality Work � Low Prices � � Hand Nailed � Hardi-Siding � Oak Forest Area Resident 40+ years Free Estimates

GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS

J&D HANDYMAN SERVICE For Your Home Repair Needs:

� Painting � Drywall � Hardi Plank Siding � Any Type of Carpentry Work � Complete Remodels TEL

• Driveways • Sidewalks • Patios FREE ESTIMATES

Call Gregory

832-675-2485 713-864-3755

FREE ESTIMATES Major Credit Cards Accepted

FENCE

Serving Inner Loop area since 1978 Fully Insured Free Estimates

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Houston Heights

Adam’s

1622 W. 23rd

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(713) 681-4343 (713) 232-0045

Hot Water Heaters Installed

A W APPLIANCE

SAME DAY SERVICE

• Refrigerators • Washers • Dryers

713-984-1849

WASHER/DRYER REPAIR All Work Guaranteed 25 Years in Business Tommy Smith

“Insured For Your Protection” All Work Guaranteed

• Commercial • Residential • New Roof • Re-Roof

GOT LEAKS? NEED REPAIR?

Did you know you could still le a claim under Hurricane Ike? Call now for a FREE Inspection with an insurance claims specialist.

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Washers - Dryers Dishwashers - Ranges 281-350-6255 713-857-2050

• Refrigerators • Freezers • Stoves • Dishwasher Free Trip • Washers Charge with • Dryers Repair

Most �� Repairs �� $

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KINARD’S Appliance Service

Best Appliances Repairs

95

Same Day Refrigerator Repair

Since 1995

If we can’t repair it, you don’t pay a dime.

PLUMBING

APPROVED PLUMBING

�� Drywall Finisher Texture Match Interior & Exterior Painting FREE ESTIMATES

Aaron’s

Insured • Lic. #M8922

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Cell (281) 221-0637

713-248-0763

Specializing in Galvanized Pipe Replacement

• Drain Cleaning • Disposals • Tankless Water Heaters • Gas Test Free Estimates

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UPSCALE YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS

CUSTOM Millwork & Cabinetry. Trim & Countertops. General Remodeling & Custom Tile Work. Residential & Commercial

GRADY GREEN REMODELING

(713) 681-6563

Senior & Veteran Discounts

Call 281-836-6414

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GARAGE DOOR SERVICE

� � � � � � � • Openers • Cables � � • Springs • Sections � � Repaired & Replaced � � � � 281-352-3350 � � 713-545-6162 � 24 Hrs/7 Days � � Se Habla Espanol � �

IDEAL PLUMBING Residential - Commercial

WALL TO WALL, WE DO IT ALL! • Plumbing • Sheetrock & Painting • Water Lines • Tile & Carpet • Gas Lines • Siding $35 • Disposals • Concrete discount • Faucets • Fencing w/ad • Shower pans & doors • Counter Tops • Sewer Service • Roofing • Gas test • Complete Remodeling

25 Years In Business

MPL 12701

MASTER PLUMBER 713-466-8795 ONE CALL – ALL PROBLEMS SOLVED

FAIR PRICES ON CARPET/ FLOORING SALES, INSTALLATION AND REPAIR: Thirty-ﬁve years experience. Carpet, hardwoods, vinyl, ceramic tile. Carpet shampoo and restretch carpet. Dry cleaning now available. 713582-5500. (TF)

Cherokee

PEST CONTROL • Termites • Roaches • Ants • Silversh • Rodents

Free Termite Inspection

713-682-6801

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• Repiping • Water Heaters • Gas Test • Drain Problems • Sewer Camera Inspection • Faucet Installation and Repair • Water Leaks and Much More

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COMMERCIAL PROPERTY

FOR RENT

12’X30’ CARPORTS: Perfect for With their phones and small digital boats, RVs, etc. Call 713-694- cameras, everyone can now be a photojournalist for The Leader. If 4647. (TF) you get a great shot in our area, OAK FOREST APARTMENT e-mail it to us and we'll share it FOR RENT: Two bedrooms with with the whole community on our laundry room and private patio website. Contact our editor for area. 713-213-4530, 713-686- more information. 3011. (TF)

RENT OR LEASE

HOUSE FOR LEASE: 3-1.5+study. $1,200 monthly. Glen Oaks. 713299-6389. (7-27) APARTMENT/ROOM NEEDED for quiet, independent senior lady, ground level. 281-7488126.

4000 SQ. FT. WAREHOUSE SPACE $1750 PER MONTH

713-680-3579

REAL ESTATE

HUNTING PROPERTY/ACREAGE FOR SALE: 218 acres, West Texas east of Sanderson. Thanks for reading The Leader. Deer, dove and quail. Rolling Our readers are incredibly loyal Brush Country with easy access. and we certainly appreciate $295/acre. Owner ﬁnanced or you. TxVet. 1-210-734-4009. www. westerntexasland.com.

FOR SALE - Small frame house in the woods. Furnished. Remodeled 1 bedroom/1 bath. City water, butane. Woodville, TX $29,000 Firm

Sales, Leasing & Property Management

713-906-5481 Experience and

Licensed and Insured MPL #40046

Grady Green - owner • grady@gradygreen.com

Est. 1979 Ins. RMP #18131

For All Your Plumbing Repair, Replacement and Installation

MPL#40381

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713-695-2222

FENCES & DECKS

References • Heights Home Owner

ALWAYS UPFRONT PRICE$ “I want to be YOUR plumber” Call Sonny and SAVE! Single Homeowner Discount

Drain & Sewer Cleaning #17773 - 7 Days a week

LET

Repair & Installation All Type Fences • Chain link • Wood • Ornamental Iron Small jobs welcome Call 7 Days

Independent Master Plumber

Since 1974

281-508-1718

HELP YOU WITH SPRING FIX-IT LIST • Painting • Ceiling Fans & Lights • Drywall • Carpentry • General Repairs • Door Locks

PEST CONTROL

PLUMBER

825 Curtin 77018

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Shop 281-442-7863 Cell 281-831-2302

SONNY’S REPAIR SERVICE

• Ceramic Tile • Kitchen/Bath • Flood Damage Repair • Painting • Sheetrock, Concrete

713-965-3146

GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS Repairs & Remodels

MPL # 16533

PLUMBING

Small Jobs Welcome Free Estimates

(713) 681-4343 (713) 232-0045

John Kaminski

SIFUENTES SERVICES Room Additions

713.263.7979

Complete Plumbing Services

713-692-3820

Refrigerator & Appliance Repair GOFAR Services, LLC.

3511PLUMBING Pinemont Suite A-1 Houston, TX. 77018

Joe Petrovich

PLUMBING Since 1977 Free Est.

GENERAL HOME IMPROVEMENTS

OAK FOREST

Don’t Throw It Away Call Today!

Knowledge... A DEBBIE Powerful Combination. Realty Associates ELLIOTT

713-863-1371

ourrealtordebbie@aol.com

SUSAN PESL

peters-plumbing.com

REALTOR®

713-862-7320

Free Estimates

I Buy cracked Flat Panel TV’s

713-697-0335

PRIME ROOFING

281-272-6900 CELL713-569-4199

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BALDERAS CONCRETE WORK

All Makes & Models “We Make House Calls”

OAK FOREST REPAIR Refrigerators • Dryers • Washers

Sales & Service

Charlie's

PLUMBING RO

FENCE SALE • Chain Link • Wood • Wrought Iron • Operators 30 yrs. Exp. Free Est.

David’s

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Martin Gonzales 832-472-2427

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Sheetrock • Shower Pans Regrouting • Floor Refinishing Fencing • Install Windows/Doors Roofing/Repair Free Estimate 713-466-7703 10% Off with Ad

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PETS / LIVESTOCK APPLIANCE & TV REPAIR

(se habla espanol) OPEN 7 DAYS

Cell: 832-584-0725

HEIGHTS CUSTOM HOME REMODELING

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FRA NK ’S

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• ReRoof • Repair • Siding • Windows

40 years' exp. • Low Rates

PLUMBING you read this ad, then you know advertising works.

BURGLAR BARS: Custom made. Residential and commercial. Free estimates. 281-448-2759. HANDYMAN: Build, repair fenc- www.burglarbarsandmore.com. es, garage doors or decks. (TF) Carpentry — install Hardi-plank, cabinets, windows, doors, locks. Painting, home theater set up. 35+ year Oak Forest resident. Call David, 713-688-1839, leave name and number.

•Patios •Driveways •Room Additions •Expedient Work American Made “God Bless America”

ROOFING

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• Grooming • Boarding • Pet Supplies 9900 N. Houston Rosslyn

Mobile Pet Spa

At Reasonable prices

FREE ESTIMATES DAVID OJEMAN 713-682-8033

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QUALITY CONCRETE WORK

• Carpentry - Cabinets to Patios & Decks • Painting, Interior/Exterior • Sheet Rock Repair & Installation

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ROOFERS

Roong, Siding, Painting, etc.

WOOD FLOORS

Keep it local and call the pros.

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WOOD FENCING Repair & Install Pressure Washing Painting • Siding

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• Cabinets • Sheetrock • Texture • Driveways • Gutters

• Paint • Trim • Siding • Roong • Flooring

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We have a small staff here at The Leader, so sometimes we don’t know about everything that’s going on in our area. If there’s something of concern in your neighborhood, please let our editor know and we’ll follow up on it.

We have one of the highest rated delivery systems in the country, but mistakes can happen. If you don’t receive your Leader any week, we’d sure appreciate it if you’d call and let us know so that we can correct the problem.

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American Legion Baseball provided valuable experience by Michael Sudhalter michael@theleadernews.com

Reagan High senior pitcher Brandon Escamilla competed in American Legion baseball with Post 640 this summer. (Photo by Michael Sudhalter)

Playing year-round and facing quality opponents are essential to increasing a high school team’s chances of becoming competitive in the spring. Members of the Reagan High baseball team, along with a handful of Lamar and Scarborough students, enjoyed that valuable experience through American Legion Baseball. They were members of the American Legion Post 640 team, which lost to a Tomball-based Post in the district championship last week. “We’re getting ready for better competition, like Waltrip and Milby” Reagan

senior pitcher Brandon Escamilla said. “Everyone is getting work and reps.” Last season, Reagan ﬁnished fourth in Class 4A-District 21 and lost to eventual UIL 4A state champion, Tomball, in the opening round of the playoffs. Ironically, Post 640 faced a Tomballbased squad in the district championship of the American Legion Tournament. That team featured several players from the state championship team. Post 640’s team was organized by Robert Chavez, the father of Scarborough High sophomore catcher Stephen Chavez. Chavez, a veteran of the First Gulf War and Post 640 member, eventually wants to get every high school team in the area associated with American Legion baseball. The Oak Forest resident is also plan-

ning a 5k fun run for this fall and would eventually like to start a city-wide 7-on-7 football tournament in the future. Post 640 currently sponsors a Junior Marksmanship program in conjunction with the ROTC, and like all American Legion posts, a Boys State program for students to become familiar with the legislative and political processes. Unlike many offseason leagues, American Legion baseball is free of charge. Typically, the players are between the ages of 17 and 19, but Post 640 had several younger players. That experience will help many of the incoming sophomores and juniors as they adjust to the varsity level of competition. “Being as young as they are, they’re getting really good experience,” said Post 640 coach Phil Allen, a team parent who

graduated from Reagan in the late 1970s. Reagan sophomore pitcher/left ﬁelder Christopher Sanchez, who played varsity as a freshman last season, said the summer league will help the Bulldogs compete next year. Reagan will look to win its second district title in three years. “It (helped us with) what we needed to ﬁx -- it gave us a lot of playing time,” Sanchez said. Players aren’t required to play high school baseball to compete in the league. Lamar High sophomore James Yokley, a Heights resident, enjoyed playing for Post 640 this summer. He plans on trying out for the LHS team this season. “American Legion Baseball is just a fun way to pass time in the summer. I like to play baseball,” he said.

Athletic Spotlight: Scarborough’s Stephen Chavez by Michael Sudhalter michael@theleadernews.com Scarborough High sophomore catcher Stephen Chavez gained some valuable experience this summer. Chavez, 15, was the lone Spartan on the American Legion Post 640 that was mostly comprised of Reagan players, with a few Lamar guys in the mix. The 5-foot-7, 140-pound sophomore started for the Spartans at catcher last season, leading them to the first round of the UIL Class 3A playoffs. The son of Robert and Diane Chavez, the Oak Forest resident grew up playing youth baseball at Oaks Dads Club. He has two brothers, Matthew, who’s entering his second year at the U.S. Naval Academy, and Luke, a seventh grader at Clifton Middle School. Chavez also played wide receiver, cornerback and quarterback for the Spartans’ varsity football team and competed in track & field as a pole vaulter. How did the experience of playing alongside, and against Class 4A and Class 5A players help you? “I learned that the more Stephen Chavez you try with that team, the better you are when you come to your regular season. I’ve learned from a lot of mistakes and I’ve fixed them.” Why do you enjoy playing behind the plate? “It’s really an aggressive spot to play. you have to hurry up and think quick on your feet.” How big of an accomplishment was it to reach the playoffs during your freshman year? “It was a big accomplishment. We started with mostly freshmen, and there were very few seniors.” What do you enjoy outside of sports? “Hanging out with my family, going fishing, throwing the baseball around and swimming. I like to fish in Corpus Christi and Galveston.” Where do you want to go to college? “My older brother, Matthew, got into the Naval Academy nd also got accepted into West Point. I want to go the Army way. My brother and I always compete against each other. I want to go a separate way than he did.” When did you start helicopter flight lessons? “When I was 12 years old, I began flight lessons for helicopters, in San Antonio. I’ve always wanted to learn how to fly. I went on a website and found out about a school and a place over there...maybe, I’ll get to fly in the next two years. I’m getting ready to take ground school test.”

Above: Wakefield CrowBar owner Randy Meador and Brent Walker play a friendly game of beach volleyball at one of the two courts adjacent the bar, which opened last month. Below: Wakefield Crowbar, 954 Wakefield, offers food, drink and sand volleyball courts. (Photos by Michael Sudhalter)

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There are plenty of bars where patrons can watch sports, but few where they can play them, too. Wakefield CrowBar, a new establishment at 954 Wakefield that opened last month, has featured two beach volleyball courts for the past couple of years. The Houston Sports & Social Club has held league competition there and will continue to do so, 6:30-9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. “It seemed like a really good fit,” Meador said. “Most of their activities are over here in the area.” But the opening of the bar and restaurant has given pa-

trons an opportunity to test their skills on the sand, especially on the weekends. “Neighbors encouraged me to make it a neighborhood bar and grill,” Meador said. “One too many people said it, so I said ‘OK’.” Meador, a homebuilder who previously lived in the Heights, currently lives in a house on the property that’s behind the bar. He said eventually that area could become part of the bar. The Crowbar opens for lunch at 11 a.m. daily. “The patronage has been awesome -- it’s much better than I thought it would be,” Meador said. “People are really liking the product -- from the food to the atmosphere to the volleyball courts.”

Timbergrove 10U Elite taseball team continues its winning ways The Timbergrove Sports Association (TSA) Thunder 10U elite baseball team won the USSSA Going Yard tournament, held last month at Big League Dreams in League City. The team won two games on Saturday to be seeded number 2 for elimination play on Sunday. The highlight of the day was a grand slam by Cyrus Twaddle in the second game to give his team a comfortable margin of victory. The Thunder went on to win two games on Sunday to claim the championship. After the game, players from each team complimented each other on their positive attitudes and fighting spirit. The Thunder followed up their Going Yard tournament victory with a silver flight win at the aptly named Beat the Heat Classic on June 29-30 at the Carlos Garza Sportsplex in Texas City. After a win and a loss on Saturday, the Thunder were seeded in the silver (or lower) flight. With temperatures in the triple digits, the Thunder won 3 games on Sunday for the silver flight win. Highlights included finding a small garden snake in their dugout and Mark Henning pitching a no-hitter in the second game to send the team to the championship.

“A year ago, Going Yard at USSSA was our ﬁrst tournament as a team. The boys have come a long way in the past year, now as three time Champions. These past two tournaments were especially challenging playing in the extreme heat and our boys showed a lot of endurance and determination as they fought through the last out,” says parent-coach Mark Herzog. The Thunder teams represent the Timbergrove Sports Association (TSA), which currently has tournament teams for 8U, 9U, 10U (2 teams), 11U, 12U and 13U divisions in addition to league play every spring and fall. The 10U elite team is coached by Waltrip head baseball coach Mike Evans, and parentcoaches Tod Henning, Mark Herzog, and Gary Garcia. The team roster of 11 players consists of Bradley Batterson, Casey Funk, Ryan Garcia, Dylan Garcia, Nathan Garcia, Cooper Hay, Mark Henning, Jack Herzog, Trace Lankford, Alexander Tate and Cyrus Twaddle. TSA was founded in 1961 and strives to provide a fun, family-oriented, learning-enhanced, safe, friendly and positive sporting environment. TSA offers baseball and soccer.

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The Youth Group will be holding a garage sale at Temple Oaks Baptist Church, 2101 W. 34th St., from 7 a.m.-1 p.m. July 13. Proceeds beneﬁt youth group activities. Food and drink will be available for purchase. Call 832-755-6521 for information.

Blood Drive at St. Rose of Lima

The Men’s Club is hosting a Blood Drive from 8 a.m.-2 p.m. July 14 at St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, 3600 Brinkman, in the fellowship center. Walk-ins are encouraged, and no appointment is necessary. Call 713-692-9123 for information.

Vacation Bible School at Hope Episcopal

Hope Episcopal Church, 1613 W. 43rd St., is offering Vacation Bible School from 6:30-8:15 p.m. July 15-19. Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. The theme is “Living in the Imagination of God.” All ages are welcome. Call 713-681-6422 or visit www.hope-episcopal.org to register.

Vacation Bible School at St. Matthew’s

St. Matthew’s United Methodist Church, 4300 N. Shepherd Dr., will hold Vacation Bible School from 9 a.m.-noon July 15-19. This year’s theme is “God’s Backyard Bible Camp Under the Stars.” To register, visit the website at www.stmatthewsmethodist.org and follow the VBS link to registration. Sunday morning worship and a special Children’s Church begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by 10:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages. A refreshment table is set up by the Parlor to visit before Sunday School. A Wednesday evening 6:30 p.m. prayer and praise service is available, along with Holy Communion. For information, visit www.stmatthewsmethodist.org or call 713-697-0671.

Vacation Bible School registration at St. Stephen’s

St. Stephen’s United Methodist Church, 2003 W. 43rd St., is holding registration for children in kindergarten through fifth grade for Vacation Bible School and the Bible Village July 22-26. Registration forms are available in the church office and online at www.stsumc.org. The cost is $15 for the first child and $10 for each sibling. Senior High Youth from St. Stephen’s attended a UM ARMY Camp in Santa Fe, Texas, June

OBITUARIES

Marjorie Georgi Aschenbeck, 88, died July 1. She was a certiﬁed master gardener and active in local civic organizations and her ladies dominoes group. Aschenbeck is survived by her children, Jan Strickland, Bruce Aschenbeck, Nancy Roeser, Judy Robbins, Alan Aschenbeck, 13 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.

for-profit organization for families in need of guidance and assistance. She is survived by her husband, Retired Air Force Colonel Raymond Koonce, children Paul, Kim, Katherine, Jeffrey, 14 grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren. Memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Association at www.alsa.org/fight-als.

Maurice Eskowitz, 87, born Dec. 4, 1925 in Galveston, died July 4, after a brief illness. He graduated from Jeﬀ Davis High School in 1943 at the age of 16. He went into the Army in 1944. During his tenure in World War II, he served in the Philippines and Korea and was discharged from the Army in 1946, having received six medals. Upon his return to Houston, he graduated in 1950 in the ﬁrst pharmacy class at the University of Houston. In 1969, he and a partner bought Balfanz Pharmacy, which later became White Oak Pharmacy. Survivors include his loving wife of 61 years, Inez; children Sheryl, Bruce and Barbara Eskowitz, sister Reba Magids, and two grandsons. Memorial contributions may be made to Congregation Beth Yeshurun, Houston Hospice, or a charity of one’s choice.

born July 25, 1926 in Tenaha, Texas, died July 1 in Lake Jackson. She worked as a secretary and accountant and was a lifelong member of the American Business Women’s Association where she served in various capacities including national president, 1974-75. She is survived by her daughters, Olivia, Glenna, Melinda Jo, one grandson, and one great-granddaughter. Memorial contributions may be made to the Stephen Bufton Memorial Education Fund, ABWA, 11050 Roe Ave., Suite 200, Overland Park, KS 66211. Online donations are accepted at www.sbmef.org.

Joyce Louise Gleason, died

recently. Gleason’s 40-plus years of expertise in the ﬁnancial and mortgage industry allowed her to begin her not-

Joyce Ray (Lee) Hilliard, 86,

Gene Autry Keith, born Aug. 2,

1942 in Lovelady, Texas, died July 4 in Houston. Keith worked for the U.S. Postal Service.

Kenneth Paul “Jack” Myers, born March 15, 1926 in New Gulf, Texas, died June 29 after a brief illness. Growing up in the Heights, after high school he enlisted in the U.S. Navy and served in

30-July 6, where they assisted homeowners in need with home repairs. Junior High Youth will participate in Big House, a four-day work camp, July 18-21. For information, call 713-686-8241 or visit www.stsumc.org.

MANNA’s congregational council meeting scheduled

MANNA will hold a congregational council meeting at 5:30 p.m. July 22 at St. James Lutheran Church, 1602 W. 43rd St. All area churches are welcome to attend. MANNA serves the following ZIP codes: 77007, 77008, 77009, 77018, 77022, 77037, 77040, 77076, 77088, 77091 and 77092. MANNA’s mission is to serve the basic human needs of persons in the near northwest quadrant of Houston, who because of aging, education, illness, lack of income, or other crisis, cannot sustain themselves or their families.

Garage sale at St. Ambrose

The Guadalupana Association at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 4213 Mangum Road, will be hosting a garage sale 8 a.m.-4 p.m. July 27 and 9 a.m.-3 p.m. July 28. The church will be accepting donations Fridays 5-8 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m.-2 p.m. throughout July. Call 713-686-3497 or visit the website at www.stambrosehouston.org for information.

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Being prepared for handling emergencies is part of responsible pet ownership. Most emergencies are preventable so be aware of what your pet is exposed to such as plants, toxins, insects or dangerous animals. Look for situations that can occur, such as hangings by collars or ropes, swallowing bones or toys or escaping from a secure house or yard. Routine consulting & preventative medicine by your vet can eliminate many emergencies from developing. Act early if you suspect a problem. Call your vet for advice or use you own judgement & get to the clinic. Emergencies do interrupt the clinic routine so be prepared to spend more time and money especially near closing time. The best care if your clinic is closed or about to be, is an emergency clinic. They are open at night, weekends and holidays when most clinics are closed. They are staffed with alert and skilled people, who work long and undesirable hours. They are fully equipped to treat and monitor your pet while your vet is closed. The emergency clinics will cost more due to higher overhead expenses and you need to be nancially prepared to care for your pet beforehand. In NW Houston if your vet is closed call 281-890-8875 (Hwy 249 near Cypresswood) or 713-693-1100 (near the Galleria).

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Are you ready for the storm ... and not just a hurricane?

The state has designated evacuation zones, emanating from coastal areas, with speciﬁc highway routes. With Leader neighborhoods so far inland, they’re not zoned – and unzoned residents who ﬂee run the risk of creating another situation like this one, as Hurricane Ike approached in September 2008, where no one was able to move on gridlocked roads. (Photo from Harris County OEM)

While other local media tout their “hurricane preparedness” guides, The Leader is very deliberately calling this collection of cautionary and useful information “Ready for the Storm.” That’s because, as you know if you’ve been in Houston for long, June 1 through Oct. 31 is tropical weather season – not just hurricane season – and any storm can be one that ﬂoods streets, knocks out power and communications, and sends trees and debris through roofs and windows. For many residents of Houston and Harris County, Tropical Storm Allison in 2001 – when two storm systems converged and stayed put for days, dumping up to two feet of rain in

one night – was far worse than any hurricane in modern times. And any number of routine heavy, extended downpours have been known to swell bayous over their banks and spawn dangerous and damaging winds that cause thousands of dollars in damage to homes, businesses and vehicles. Dealing with tropical weather requires serious planning, and with the helpful advice of Harris County’s crack emergency management ofﬁce (led by County Judge Ed “Hunker Down” Emmett) and other agencies, we’re offering you the best information available. Being so far inland, in event of a hurricane, Leader neighborhoods aren’t in designated

Be prepared

evacuation zones, and there’s every likelihood your best bet will be to stay put. That makes preparing your property, family and pets even more essential. (And you really don’t want to venture onto the highways unless absolutely necessary. Remember the Ike evacuations, where highways throughout this part of Texas were gridlocked as everyone tried to ﬂee?) Study this information carefully. Clip our two lists of preparedness advice and stick them to your refrigerator. Follow them. And most important: Stay safe. It’s easier to do when you’re Ready for the Storm. – Charlotte Aguilar, Editor

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The time to prepare for tropical weather and its frequently extreme consequences is now. Harris County Ofﬁce of Homeland Security & Emergency Management (HCOHSEM) aims to educate people about the hazards of hurricanes, tropical storms, high winds, storm surge and ﬂooding. HCOHSEM reminds residents to: • Get a kit • Make a plan • Stay informed Preventing the loss of life and minimizing the damage to property from hurricanes are responsibilities that are shared by everyone. Any time you are asked to evacuate, you should do so without delay. It is important for you and your family to have a plan that makes you as safe as possible. Preparedness includes having the supplies on hand to weather any storm. Finally, stay informed.

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General preparedness throughout the season

Keep your vehicle gas tank above 1⁄2 full through the season. Test run generators monthly with a load to insure proper working order.

Consider the purchase of ﬂood insurance, even if outside of a ﬂoodplain. Have cash on hand in small denominations for year-round preparedness. Maintain portable battery powered AM radio. Contact 2-1-1 to register if you need transportation assistance to evacuate.

Home preparedness

Board up your windows or close storm shutters. Trim the trees and shrubs around your home. Cleared loose and clogged downspouts and rain gutters. Perform a inventory of home contents (electronics, jewelry, appliances, clothing, etc.) and store in safe place. Take detailed photos(s)/videos(s) of home property and contents (internal and external) and store in safe place. Secure or remove all items outside your home (grill, hanging plants, potted plants, etc.). Tie down small or young trees to prevent uprooting.

Store all important documents (insurance papers, etc.) in a waterproof container and in a secure location. Prepare your evacuation kit using the pertinent items in the attached Emergency Essentials Kit checklist. Turn off propane tanks. Fill the bathtub and other large containers with water for sanitary purposes (cleaning, ﬂushing toilets, etc.)

First Aid

❏ Red Cross approved ﬁrst aid kit ❏ Backup prescriptions for essential medications

Personal Hygiene

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❏ Hand sanitizer or disinfectant

❏ Smoke detector with battery for

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from Harris County Flood Control There are five categories of hurricanes based on wind speed and potential property damage. A Category 4 storm, with sustained winds up to 156 mph, is stronger than a Category 1 storm, with sustained winds up to 95 mph. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Categoriesâ&#x20AC;? also count when it comes to property insurance - and protecting your family. Do you know the differences between wind, flooding and typical homeowners insurance coverage? What you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know can cost you. First: Standard home insurance policies do NOT cover damage caused by flooding - you must purchase a separate flood insurance policy for that coverage. And did you know that it takes 30 days for a new flood insurance policy to go into effect? Flooding can occur wherever rain falls, no matter how close or far you live from a bayou or other waterway. Purchasing flood insurance is a safety precaution for ALL ho-

meowners. Contact your insurance agent for more information about purchasing flood insurance, or visit the National Flood Insurance Program at www. floodsmart.gov or call 1-888-379-9531. Windstorm coverage is another special category. While most standard homeownerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s policies cover losses from windstorms, hail and other severe storms, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s different if you live in high-risk areas, such as coastal or beach areas. In that case, you might have to purchase special windstorm coverage in order to protect your home. For more information, contact your insurance agent or the Texas Department of Insurance at www.tdi.texas.gov. With Hurricane Season on the way, ACT NOW to make sure your family and home are protected. Buy a flood insurance policy; make sure you have windstorm coverage. Both are worth the cost - and flood insurance can be surprisingly affordable - compared to the cost of replacing your home and belongings.

Keeping pets safe is all about making plans The 2013 Hurricane Season is upon us, and area animal shelters are taking steps to arm pet owners across Houston with information they need to help prepare their pets for a busy hurricane season. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weather forecasters predict a very busy hurricane season this year. Thinking ahead of time about what your family, including your pets, will do if disaster strikes is critical,â&#x20AC;? said Chris Newport, spokesman for the cityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bureau of Animal Regulation and Control. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pets are an important part of the family and having a specific plan for them will reduce stress and help keep your pet safe during an emergency situation. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t wait until itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s too late to develop this plan. Start today.â&#x20AC;? Visit www.HoustonBARC.com to view a printable pamphlet that provides step-by-step instructions on how to plan ahead for an emergency and items to include in a pet emergency supply kit. The pam-

Prepared â&#x20AC;˘ from Page 9B Take a copy of all important documents and store in a waterproof container and in a secure location. Top off your vehicle gas tank before hitting the road.

If you plan to stay Listen to the radio (AM 740 KTRH) or TV for information. If you have gas items you need to operate after the storm (generator, chainsaw, etc); fill gas storage container(s). Prepare your hurricane kit using the Emergency Essentials Kit checklist.

During the storm Listen to the radio (AM 740 KTRH) or TV for information. Turn the refrigerator and freezer to its coldest setting and keep its doors closed. Avoid using the phone except for emergencies. Stay indoors during the storm and away from windows and glass doors. Close all interior doors. Keep curtains and blinds closed. Take refuge in a small interior room, closet, or hallway on the lowest level of your home.

After the storm If you are returning from an evacuation Return only after the all clear is given for your area. Do not venture on to roads until you have been advised they are passable and safe. Carefully inspect your home and perform an exterior assessment for safety issues. Be on the lookout for downed power lines and avoid if identified. If any safety issues are present, do not enter your home (gas smell, flood waters, fire damage, etc.). If any safety issues are present, have your home inspected by a qualified building inspector or engineer. Watch for and avoid loose animals and poisonous snakes. Avoid carbon monoxide poisoning hazards; DO NOT run generators, grills, or other gas operated appliances indoors.

floors, broken glass, etc.) Carefully check for damage to the roof, foundation, and chimney. If the building looks unstable do not enter. Use a stick or other tool to sift through debris. Open cabinets cautiously. Beware of objects that can fall off shelves. If you smell natural gas, leave the structure and contact your local gas utility company. Use a battery powered flashlight to inspect the structure. Do not use oil or gas lanterns or candles inside the structure. If structural damage is present, turn off utilities. Do not use electrical appliances that have been wet/damaged until checked by a professional. Check with local authorities or have well water tested before using any water (could be contaminated). Until cleared with authorities or tested, all water should be boiled for 1 minute at a rolling boil to disinfect before drinking. Avoid using any toilets until you have checked for sewage or water line damage. If you suspect damage call a plumber. Service damaged sewage systems as soon as possible as they present serious health hazards (septic tanks, pits, etc.) Check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to ensure they are functioning properly. If any damage is identified to your home, contact your insurance company to start a claim. Photograph and document any damage. Throw away any spoiled food items or those that have come in contact with flood waters. When in doubt throw it out!

Damage assessment Have a fire extinguisher readily available in the case of a fire. Watch for safety hazards (loose boards, slippery

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