Prepare Your Schools for Potential Hurricane Beryl Impact
Hurricane Beryl made landfall Monday on Grenada's Carriacou Island as a Category 5 hurricane. It is now heading west toward Mexico. Forecasters are uncertain of Beryl's path after it crosses Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula, but projections indicate Texas will likely be impacted. In the event Hurricane Beryl turns toward Texas over the holiday weekend, Fund members should prepare for the potential of tornadoes, high winds, and/or flooding.
Mitigate Damage
Take these steps now, if they can be done safely, to help mitigate damage from the storm. For more preparation tips, see HSB's Hurricane and Flooding Tip Sheets:
- Board up windows.
- Secure or remove equipment and other loose outdoor property that could become dangerous projectiles.
- Turn propane tanks off to reduce the risk of explosion.
- Prepare for electrical power interruptions.
- Ensure backup power for sump pumps, which remove accumulated water.
- Elevate electrical equipment and accessories such as surge protectors and power cords.
- Move vehicles from lower-lying areas to higher ground.
Report Losses
The TASB Risk Management Fund is here to support you. If you sustain property damage, it is important to notify us as soon as possible. You can report claims online or by phone at 800-482-7276.
If there is evidence that your vehicles sustained water damage, please do not attempt to move them. We will arrange for an inspection after you report a claim.
Need Emergency Assistance?
If any of your buildings suffer damage that requires immediate attention and you don't have a preferred vendor, reach out directly to these companies for help with mitigation and emergency repairs.
Statewide: Belfor Property Restoration, 254-405-4833 or 800-856-3333
Statewide: Target Solutions, 877-741-9026
Statewide: Cavalry Construction and Restoration, 469-520-7027 or 210-334-3559
South Texas: Gerloff Company, 210-490-2777 or 800-486-3621
Related Resources
- Your Complete Hurricane Season Toolkit (TASB Risk Management Fund)
- Hurricane Preparedness and Response Checklist (TASB Risk Management Fund)
- Emergency Management for Texas Public Schools (TASB Legal Services)
- A Hurricane Quick-Reference Guide for School Administrators (TEA)
- Severe Weather Toolkit (Texas School Safety Center)
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