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School districts announce closures, preparations underway as Tropical Storm Edouard heads towards Southeast Texas
ABC13 Houston • • general
Key Points:
- Multiple school districts in Southeast Texas, including Humble ISD and Galena Park ISD, announced closures for Tuesday, Sept. 1, due to the approach of Tropical Storm Edouard, with campuses, offices, and activities suspended.
- The ABC13 Weather Team declared Tuesday an ABC13 Weather Alert Day, warning of heavy rainfall and potential flooding in the Houston area.
- Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management (HCOHSEM) is monitoring the storm and cautions residents about thunderstorms, hazardous travel, and flood risks, urging them to stay informed through official alerts.
- CenterPoint Energy has activated its Emergency Operations Center and is preparing for possible impacts such as heavy rain, localized flooding, and gusty winds, ensuring readiness to respond to electric and gas service disruptions.
- No school closures have been announced for Wednesday yet, but districts are closely monitoring conditions and will update the public as necessary.
