With a higher-than-normal hurricane season forecasted for 2025, Entergy Texas and CenterPoint Energy joined Montgomery County officials on May 27 to enhance storm preparedness through coordinated drills, equipment donations, and drainage upgrades.
With the 2025 hurricane season approaching, Entergy Texas and CenterPoint Energy joined forces with Montgomery County officials on May 27 to enhance disaster preparedness efforts in the region, just ahead of the June 1 start date for the season.
Entergy Texas conducted a comprehensive emergency simulation in The Woodlands, aimed at evaluating its hurricane response operations over an entire day. The exercise encompassed coordination of storm strategies, management of internal and external communications, and logistical planning, all designed to simulate the impact of a significant storm on the region.
Entergy Texas President and CEO Eliecer Viamontes emphasized the importance of collaboration, stating, “Collaboration is at the core of our readiness.” “This drill underscores our commitment to community safety and the meticulous planning necessary to achieve that objective.”
CenterPoint Energy has made a significant contribution by donating a mobile backup generator to the Montgomery County Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Management. A generator, part of a fleet of 20 being rolled out across Greater Houston, possesses the capability to support large buildings during prolonged outages resulting from natural disasters.
June Deadrick, Vice President of Community at CenterPoint, emphasized the company's commitment to enhancing local resiliency. Officials announced that the generators are integral to a broader initiative aimed at strengthening partnerships and improving community safety.
Officials in Montgomery County are taking steps to enhance local drainage systems. In May, crews from Precinct 4 successfully cleared over 8,600 feet of ditches, facilitating improved stormwater flow. In a recent video message, Commissioner Charlie Riley emphasized the critical importance of hurricane preparedness, urging new residents to take proactive steps to ensure their safety.
Riley emphasized the commitment to maintaining open roads and ensuring public safety.
County Judge Mark Keough commended the donation of the generator, describing it as a “critical asset” for enhancing disaster response efforts. “This initiative will significantly improve our capacity to assist residents in times of emergency,” he stated.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is urging residents to take proactive measures in anticipation of severe weather. Citizens are advised to develop evacuation plans, gather emergency supplies, reassess their insurance coverage, and utilize online resources provided by power companies to monitor outages during storm events.
