Prepared Before The Next One
Build a short household recovery list.
Keep chargers, medications, important contacts, a flashlight, water, shelf-stable food, and a plan for a longer outage where the household can reach them.
La Porte Outage & Recovery
When the power is out, the next step should be clear.
Official updates, practical household checks, and local recovery resources in one place.
Open the outage mapFirst 30 Minutes
Protect the basics first.
Use official guidance for urgent emergencies. This page helps with the practical decisions that follow.
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Check the outage map
Confirm whether the outage is known, then report it directly if needed.
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Keep food and medicine cold
Keep refrigerator and freezer doors closed as much as possible, and follow public-health guidance for anything temperature-sensitive.
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Use generators safely
Never run a generator indoors, in a garage, or near doors and windows. Follow the manufacturer’s safety instructions.
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Check on the people who need power
Make a calm plan for family, neighbors, and anyone relying on powered medical equipment, refrigeration, or mobility support.
Verified Help
Use the source, not a rumor.
Conditions can change fast. These are direct links to the organizations responsible for current information and assistance.