As the storm clouds clear, Tuesday marks the beginning of a challenging journey for many Houston families affected by Hurricane Beryl. With power outages widespread, residents are grappling with stifling heat and the loss of essential services.
Ask Amy: Who is responsible for storm debris pickup in my area? What if I can’t do it myself?Staff at Lakewood Church hand out water and operate a cooling station in Houston, Tuesday, July 9, 2024. The effects of Hurricane Beryl left most in the area without power.
The church set up a cooling center and distributed bottles of water to help people in the aftermath of the storm. SEE ALSO: Heat Exhaustion: Who’s at highest risk, symptoms to watch out for, and how to know when to get medical help Giving water and a cool place to chill is a lifeline for people, especially with temps remaining in the mid to high 90s. One resident expressed profound gratitude for the church’s support, “The storm was outrageous, the winds were scandalous. But I thank God the church is here, giving out water. We can’t survive without it,” he said.
Volunteers will be at the church loading water into visitor’s vehicles and welcoming individuals into the cooling center, which will remain open until 8 p.m.Moriah Ballard joined the KPRC 2 digital team in the fall of 2021. Prior to becoming a digital content producer in Southeast Texas and a Houstonian, Moriah was an award-winning radio host in her hometown of Lorain, Ohio, and previously worked as a producer/content creator in Cleveland. Her faith, family, and community are her top passions.
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