Winter Storm Fern Resources

With a winter storm watch in effect for the Houston area beginning on Saturday, I want to make sure that you are prepared.  Team TX-07 and I have compiled the resources below to help ensure you and your loved ones are ready.

Now is the time to prepare to protect the critical 4 P’s: Make sure to have a plan for your loved ones, neighbors, and the elderly (People), ensure Pets are protected, Pipes are wrapped, and Plants are cared for.

Ensure you have everything you need to be comfortable and safe during the weather event, including: 

  • Adequate food, water, and medications;
  • Check heaters and follow all safety guidelines for space heaters, Carbon Monoxide monitoring, and fire prevention;
  • Charge devices and portable chargers.  While ERCOT is not expecting mass power outages, it is always smart to be ready for any scenario; and
  • Keep warm clothing and blankets on hand.

If you need a warming center

City of Houston

  • Metropolitan Multi-Service Center: 1475 W Gray St., Houston, TX 77019
    • Opens at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2026 and will remain open 24 hours a day until further notice.
    • Blankets, water, and snacks will be available.
  • Southwest Multi-Service Center: 6400 High Star Dr., Houston, TX 77074
    • Opens at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2026 and will remain open 24 hours a day until further notice.
    • Blankets, water, and snacks will be available.

Harris County

  • Burnett Bayland Community Center: 6026 Chimney Rock Rd., Houston, TX 77074
    • Opens at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2026 and will remain open 24 hours a day until further notice.
Fort Bend County

  • Mission Bend Branch Library: 8421 Addicks Clodine Rd, Houston, TX 77083

                o Open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2026 and Monday, January 26, 2026 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. 

  • University Branch Library: 14010 University Blvd., Sugar Land, TX 77479

                o Open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2026 and Monday, January 26, 2026 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Emergency Contacts

City of Houston and Harris County

  • 311: Non-emergency service requests and information (roads, debris reporting, service issues) should only be used for urgent matters and those needing assistance with transportation to warming centers.

City of Houston, Harris County, and Fort Bend County:

  • 211: Resource line for shelter, disaster support, and community resources (including transportation options). Can provide information on transportation options.

  • 911: Emergencies only.

Other Useful Contacts

Harris County:

  • Harris County Sheriff’s Office Homeless Shelter Outreach: 713-221-6000 (assist with outreach for people experiencing homelessness).

Helpful Links

City of Houston:

Federal Agencies:

Sign Up For Alerts

City of Houston: AlertHouston;

Harris County: ReadyHarris;

Fort Bend County: Fort Bend County Alerts; text “FBCAlert” to 888777