Waller hurricane guide¶

Waller is a city in Waller County that also reaches into Harris County. It is inland, but flooding, hurricanes, tropical storms, and tornadoes are among the hazards the city plans for. The city runs its own Office of Emergency Management, police department, and water, sewer, and natural gas utilities.

Official website: wallertexas.gov

What to know in Waller¶

• The city offers a free flood zone assessment that tells you whether your property is in a flood zone or floodway. Call City Hall at 936-372-3880.
• Waller is a planning partner in the Harris County multi-jurisdiction hazard mitigation plan, which covers flooding, hurricanes, tropical storms, wildfires, and tornadoes.

Emergency and information numbers¶

Official alerts and information¶

• City of Waller Alert Center: City notices such as utility alerts and burn bans. Website.
• City of Waller Emergency Management: The city's emergency management page. Website.

County services that cover Waller¶

Waller County manages evacuation zones, evacuation centers, and emergency alerts for everyone who lives in Waller. The Waller County guide has the full list of county numbers, radio stations, and recovery help.

• Waller County CodeRED: Free alerts by text, email, or phone. Sign up before a storm. Alerts come from the county Office of Emergency Management and the Sheriff's Office. You can add unlisted and mobile numbers and TDD/TTY needs. The county also suggests the CodeRED mobile app. Website.
• Waller County Hurricane Season Preparedness: The county's official hurricane information page, with the Houston-Galveston Area Council hurricane guide in English and in Spanish. Website.

Power, water and debris¶

• Public works emergencies: Reach Public Works staff in an emergency for water, sewer, street, or drainage problems. Phone: 832-768-0203. Website.
• City of Waller water, sewer, and natural gas: City-run utilities. Call City Hall with questions during office hours. Phone: 936-372-3880. 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.wallertexas.gov/283/Flood-Zone-Assessment
• https://www.wallertexas.gov/243/Emergency-Management
• https://www.wallertexas.gov/
• https://www.wallertexas.gov/272/How-to-Report
• https://www.wallertexas.gov/234/Public-Works
• https://www.wallertexas.gov/233/Utility-Services