Texans Helping Texans Recover

Happy Friday everyone! As mentioned in our update email (please message us if you did not receive it), we have not stopped fighting for justice! Please check out this article and podcast that details the fight we are all in together!

Lawsuit alleging massive energy fraud during 2021 winter storm heads to appeals court The company CirclesX says it can prove widespread natural gas market manipulation. So far, its case has gained no traction in court.

Hello everyone! It has been a long time and hard to imagine 4 years now since the storm! This article describes the challenges we are all facing in seeking justice (it requires a subscription). Please do let us know if you did not receive our latest update about the current status back in December. Message us directly and we will get it to you. Please keep on praying and we will be doing the same and not give up the fight!

Texas courts blocking jury trials for 30,000 victims of 2021 winter storm Four years later after a devastating winter storm swept through Texas, not a single witness deposition has been taken and not a single case has been set for...

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We would also like to share the article below referencing our hearing this week.

Thank you for your support. Wishing everyone a blessed day.

Lawsuits allege deadly 2021 Texas blackouts were an inside job Deadly blackouts that killed hundreds of people across Texas in 2021 —  which have been widely blamed on failures to properly insulate gas pipelines — may have had a more nefarious cause, a ne…

Good morning. Houston area claimants please see info below.

If you lost power during Hurricane Beryl, the Public Utilities Commission of Texas wants to hear from you | Houston Public Media The PUCT created a questionnaire, available in English and Spanish, which "only takes about five minutes to complete."

Good morning Texans. Our community has faced challenges but we remain resilient and unified. Remember, we are stronger together. Let's extend kindness, compassion and resilience to our neighbors as we rebuild and heal. Wishing everyone a blessed day.

Please see a list or resources below.

Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM): Stay informed about local emergency updates and recovery efforts from the TDEM. Visit their website at tdem.texas.gov for more information.

Travel Information: TxDOT encourages the traveling public to stay off the roads during and immediately after inclement weather. However, if you must travel, do so with caution, and check road conditions and closures at https://drivetexas.org.

Local Shelters and Relief Centers: If you need immediate shelter or assistance, please contact your local emergency management office or visit the Red Cross website at redcross.org for shelter locations and additional support services.

Health and Safety: Remember to take necessary precautions to protect your health during recovery efforts. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides guidelines for staying safe during and after a hurricane at cdc.gov.

If you know someone affected by Hurricane/TS Beryl in Texas, they need to fill out this survey!! it is extremely important so that they are represented and counted..

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/d44MihHJHKqSyzyW/?mibextid=WC7FNe

iSTAT Damage Surveys Texas Division of Emergency Management Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool Surveys

Good morning, We hope everyone is safe and secure after Hurricane Beryl. Let's continue supporting one another during the recovery process. Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone. Please see a list of resources in the Houston and surrounding areas.

Cooling Centers
Dangerous heat is expected Tuesday. The following cooling centers are open to help you take refuge from these high temperatures:

Galveston

McGuire Dent Recreation Center

2222 28th St.

Galveston, TX 77550

9:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

Houston

Southwest Multi-Service Center

6400 High Star Dr.

Houston, TX 77074

9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Lakewood Church

3700 Southwest Fwy.

Houston, TX 77027

8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Harris Co. Precinct 3

Crosby Community Center

409 Hare Road

Crosby, TX, 77532

8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Big Stone Lodge

709 Riley Fuzzel Road

Spring, TX 77373

8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Trini Mendenhall Community Center

1414 Wirt Road

Houston, TX 77055

8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Juergen's Hall Community Center

26026 Hempstead Road

Cypress, TX 77429

8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Harris Co. Precinct 4

Bayland Community Center

6400 Bissonnet St.

Houston, TX 77074

9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Radack Community Center

18650 Clay Road

Houston, TX 77084

9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Weekley Community Center

8440 Greenhouse Road

Cypress, TX 77433

Disaster Assistance
If you have lost your home in Hurricane Beryl, call the American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767.

While FEMA assistance for Beryl victims has not been announced, you can visit DisasterAssistance.org or call 1-800-621-3362 with questions.

Food Assistance
Houston Food Bank said it is closely monitoring conditions and will provide relief through its 1,600 community partners across SE Texas.

If you need food assistance, please call 832-369-9390. You can also click here to find free food assistance in your area.

Houston Food Bank has partners in Harris, Fort Bend, Galveston, Montgomery, Austin, Brazoria, Brazos, Burleson, Chambers, Grimes, Liberty, Madison, Robertson, San Jacinto, Trinity, Walker, Waller and Washington counties.

Matagorda Co. and Surrounding Areas

Food Bank of the Golden Crescent is working on its aid plan for neighbors impacted by Beryl.

It serves 11 counties, including Calhoun, Colorado, DeWitt, Goliad, Gonzales, Jackson, Lavaca, Matagorda, Refugio, Wharton and Victoria.

Stay tuned for announcements.

Montgomery Co.

Salvation Army Center of Hope

301 Avenue E.

Conroe, TX 77301

Meals will be served at the back door of the shelter. Lunch is served from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. and dinner from 5 p.m.-6 p.m.

Mental Health
If you or a loved one is struggling with a mental health crisis or considering su***de, call or text 988.

Urgent Mental Health Services

Veterans Crisis Line: Dial 9-8-8, option #1
24/7 Crisis Text Line: Text TX to 741741
Texas 2-1-1: Dial 2-1-1, option #8
Non-Urgent Mental Health Services in Harris Co.: 866-970-4770

Shelters
For additional shelter information, dial American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767.

Houston

Gallery Furniture

6006 North Fwy.

Houston, TX 77076

Fort Bend Co.

Fort Bend County Fairgrounds

Building C

4310 Highway 36 South

Rosenberg, TX 77471

Montgomery Co.

Salvation Army Center of Hope

301 Avenue E.

Conroe, TX 77301

Open through Wednesday at 7 a.m.

Thoughts and prayers are with those still facing challenges. Hope these services can help. Best wishes to all!

CenterPoint Energy warned customers to “be prepared for extended weather-related power outages.”

Their statement: https://www.khou.com/article/weather/when-will-power-be-back-on/285-db87ba45-d59a-4a42-ad28-fa9d0a5d1d17
Outage tracker: https://www.khou.com/article/news/local/texas-power-outage-map/285-bd99290c-4ec6-4bba-a6d1-165846236f9f

We send our warmest thoughts and prayers to all those impacted by the storm yesterday. May they find comfort and courage in the days ahead.

Hats off to AG Drummond for his willingness to step in the gap and bring transparency, justice and accountability for the people of Oklahoma!

Oklahoma sues natural gas companies over price spikes during 2021 winter storm