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Hurricane Harvey Causes Record Flood Levels Throughout FBC Harvey’s Impact on Fort Bend County of rain were 36-40 inches seen throughout Fort Bend County
10.5k
rescues and evacuations took place in cities throughout Fort Bend.
200k
evacuations were ordered
22%
of Fort Bend County was flooded during Hurricane Harvey.
464
roads in Fort Bend County were closed due to flooding
29
shelters were opened in Fort Bend County with over 5,000 evacuees
October/November 2017
On Saturday, August 26, 2017, Mayor William Benton signed an Evacuation Order for the City of Rosenberg, evacuating residents on the North side of the City in preparation for Hurricane Harvey. Harvey’s devastating impacts were felt throughout parts of Texas and all of Fort Bend County. The Brazos River crested at 55.2 feet on September 2, 2017, nearly a half-foot higher than the previous record in 2016. In Rosenberg, alone, 51 homes and 5 businesses were affected by flood waters that reached up to five and a half feet in some residences. City employees dispatched in teams, the next weekend, to do preliminary evaluations and clear hazards from evacuated properties. Inspection teams were able to do their initial assessment on Labor Day Weekend allowing displaced residents back to their homes the following week. Now, with portions of the City facing devastating loss, our community has come together in order to rebuild. The President declared a Major Disaster for the State of Texas beginning on August 23, 2017, and FEMA opened an official Disaster Recovery Center at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church on Avenue D in north Rosenberg. The American Red Cross, parishioners of all denominations, friends, family, and neighbors have all come together to help.
The outpouring of support has been an extraordinary testament to what it means to be a community. Despite generous donations of time, money, and personal items pouring in, flood victims still face many challenges.
What do I do now? 1. Register with FEMA. Visit www.DisasterAssistance.gov to register your property. You can also call toll free at (800) 621-FEMA. Be prepared with your: • Social Security number • Address • Damage description • Insurance information • Phone number • An address where you can receive mail • Bank account/routing number for direct deposits • ID and proof of occupancy • Property deed or title 2. Contact the City to set up a damage inspection. (832) 595-3500. FEMA will be making inspections as well. 3. Decide whether you want to rebuild and contact the City permitting office for more information on required permits and building standards. (832) 595-3500. For all other questions, contact the City of Rosenberg at (832) 595-3300.
www.rosenbergtx.gov