Friendswood hurricane guide¶
Friendswood is an inland city on Clear Creek, reaching into Harris County. Its main storm risks are heavy rain and flooding from four creeks, strong winds, and tornadoes, and storm surge from Galveston Bay can still reach parts of the city. The city runs its own Office of Emergency Management and police department.
Checked on October 3, 2026
Every phone number and web address on this page was checked against official sources on that date. Details can change, especially during a storm. Always follow instructions from the City of Friendswood. In a life threatening emergency, call 911.
Official website: ci.friendswood.tx.us
What to know in Friendswood¶
- Friendswood's ZIP code, 77546, is in Zip-Zone B on the regional hurricane evacuation maps. If you are under an evacuation order, leave, and follow instructions from the Mayor and local officials.
- Most flood damage in Friendswood comes from heavy rain on Chigger, Clear, Cowart, and Mary's creeks. The city points residents to the Harris County Flood Warning System for live creek gauges in and near Friendswood.
Emergency and information numbers¶
| Service | Number | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| City Hall | 281-996-3200 | Office line. Not for emergencies. Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. |
| City emergency management office | 281-996-3335 | Friendswood Office of Emergency Management. Office line. Not for emergencies. |
| Police non-emergency | 281-996-3300 | Friendswood Police Department, open 24 hours. Also the Office of Emergency Management's after-hours contact. For police matters that are not emergencies. |
Official alerts and information¶
- Friendswood Notification System: Free alerts by text, email, or phone, including hurricane and flood warnings and water outages. Sign up before a storm. Website.
- Friendswood hurricanes and tropical weather: The city's official hurricane information page. Website.
County services that cover Friendswood¶
Galveston County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Friendswood. The Galveston County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.
- Look up your evacuation zone
- Official list of open evacuation centers
- Galveston County emergency notifications (unincorporated areas): Free alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. This signup is for unincorporated Galveston County. If you live in a city, use your city's signup on the county's notifications page. Website.
- Galveston County Office of Emergency Management: The county's official hurricane information page. Website.
Power, water and debris¶
- Water and wastewater: Report water main breaks, sewer backups, and low water pressure. Phone: 281-996-3382. Website.
Related guides¶
- Should I evacuate?
- What to expect at a hurricane shelter
- Hurricane supply list
- After a hurricane: the first 24 hours
- Insurance claims and disaster aid
Sources¶
Checked on October 3, 2026. If a number or address here is wrong, please tell us at Keith@KMyers.me.
- https://www.ci.friendswood.tx.us/552/Hurricanes-Tropical-Weather
- https://www.ci.friendswood.tx.us/328/Flood-Risk-in-Friendswood
- https://www.ci.friendswood.tx.us/m/directory
- https://www.ci.friendswood.tx.us/217/Emergency-Management
- https://www.ci.friendswood.tx.us/184/Police-Department
- https://www.ci.friendswood.tx.us/618/Emergency-Notifications
- https://www.ci.friendswood.tx.us/211/Water-Wastewater-Utilities