Author: HCMUD 71

Emergency Preparedness Planning

Are You Prepared?

If you have lived in the greater Houston area for any length of time you know the question on everyone’s mind isn’t if a catastrophic event will occur, but when will it occur?  Whether it is flooding like we have seen in the recent years or a hurricane or tropical storm, emergency preparedness isn’t just smart planning, it is a necessity.

It only takes one catastrophic event impacting the Houston area to cause damage to your home or business.  Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 71 (HCMUD71) wants to help our community plan and prepare for the unexpected by providing you with information and useful resources that can assist you in your efforts.  On the District’s website you will find numerous links to emergency preparedness websites and helpful phone numbers that will help you not only plan for an event, but help you stay abreast of the event as it unfolds.

So please visit our website at https://hcmud71.com and let us help you stay safe and prepared.  Also visit https://member.everbridge.net/index/892807736729064#/signup to sign up for emergency alerts and learn more about emergency preparedness from Harris County.

2023 Tropical Storm Names

  • Arlene
  • Bret
  • Cindy
  • Don
  • Emily
  • Franklin
  • Gert
  • Harold
  • Idalia
  • Jose
  • Katia
  • Lee
  • Margo
  • Nigel
  • Ophelia
  • Phillipe
  • Rina
  • Sean
  • Tammy
  • Vince
  • Whitney
August and September are peak months of hurricane season, which officially lasts from June 1st to November 30th annually.

Emergency Preparedness Resources

July 4th – No Garbage Collection


There will be no garbage collection on Tuesday, July 4th, due to the Independence Day holiday.

Garbage collection will resume on the next normal collection date, Friday, July 7th.

The MUD 71 Board wishes you and your family a safe and happy holiday!