A hurricane poses the greatest threat to the H-GAC Region. A Category 4 Hurricane (winds up to 155 mph) which would create an estimated 12 million tons of debris and cause the following problems:
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Inland flooding as far as 6 miles from the beach
Shrubs and trees would be blown down
All signs would be destroyed
Extensive damage would occur to roofing materials, windows and doors
Complete failure of roofs on many small residences
Almost total destruction to mobile homes |
Storm Debris Management
The Houston-Galveston Area Council recognizes the need for communities to perform efficient and timely cleanup of debris generated by natural disasters and/or major storm events. Storms create problems as they are usually costly to clean up and require a large amount of space in area landfills for debris.
Disaster Debris Clearance and Removal Services
H-GAC's Disaster Debris Clearance and Removal Services can assist local governments when executing pre-event debris removal contracts with nationally recognized debris hauling firms. Read the details....
Want to Know More?
For more information on Storm Debris visit:
Storm Debris Publications
Storm Debris Workshop Resources
Visit the Hazard Mitigation page to find out how H-GAC is committed to working with local governments to ensure that our region is as prepared as can be.