Hurricane season is officially here, which means it’s time for Southeast Texas families to make sure they are ready for whatever the weather may bring over the next several months. Every storm is different, but preparation is the one thing we can control, and it makes a big difference.

Entergy Texas prepares year‑round to strengthen the grid and support customers and communities during severe weather, and it is just as important for our customers to take steps now to prepare their homes and families. Below is a simple, customer‑friendly checklist to help keep you and your loved ones safe and informed long before the next storm starts brewing.

1. Start with a personal emergency plan
Before the season ramps up, take a few minutes to outline your family’s storm plan. Know where you’ll go if authorities issue an evacuation order and map out the safest route in advance. Evacuation guidance should always come from local officials. Be ready to follow it quickly and calmly. For help creating your own emergency plan, visit Entergy’s step‑by‑step guide here.

2. Build a reliable emergency kit
A well-stocked emergency kit can make severe weather less stressful. Include essentials that will help your household stay comfortable and safe if power is interrupted. Not sure what to include? Entergy’s Storm Ready checklist is a great resource.

3. Stay connected with Entergy Texas information channels
Timely information matters, especially when the weather turns. Update your contact details at myEntergy.com so you don’t miss important alerts.

You can also:

• Use the Entergy app for outage maps and weather radar.
• Register for text alerts at entergytext.com or text “REG” to 36778.
• Visit Entergy’s online Storm Center for storm updates and safety information.
• Report emergencies, like downed lines, by calling 1‑800‑9OUTAGE.
• Connect with Entergy Texas on Facebook and X.

4. Know how to stay safe after a storm passes
It’s easy to think the danger is over once the skies clear, but the aftermath is often the most hazardous. Downed power lines can be hidden in debris or water and may still be energized. Avoid standing water, keep clear of damaged equipment, and report hazards immediately. If you plan to use a generator, follow safety guidelines closely to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, and review Entergy’s generator safety tips for more detailed guidance.

5. Understand your electrical equipment responsibilities
Some of the electrical equipment attached to your home belongs to you, and some belongs to Entergy Texas. If customer‑owned equipment—like the meter base, riser conduit or weatherhead—is damaged during a storm, it must be repaired by a qualified electrician before power can be restored. For help identifying which equipment is yours and which is ours, visit Entergy’s weatherhead information page.

6. What to expect when power restoration begins
After a severe weather passes through our region, Entergy Texas crews begin restoring power as soon as conditions are safe. Restoration is executed through an orderly and deliberate process to address the most critical areas first. Damage severity, storm size and track all affect restoration times—and while most customers are restored quickly, the hardest-hit areas may take longer. To learn more about how the restoration process works, explore Entergy’s restoration overview.

Using this checklist is a simple way for your family to stay one step ahead during storm season, because the preparation you do now can make all the difference when severe weather approaches. By preparing alongside us, you help ensure that we can all weather the season with greater confidence and peace of mind.