Evacuation
Mandatory evacuation plans come from local officials. Evacuations are based on zip codes. When the call comes, you need to be ready to evacuate. You should also understand the evacuation routes
Local officials make decisions to evacuate before a storm makes landfall. Hurricanes are extremely unpredictable and can become much more dangerous in a matter of hours. It is not safe to wait.
STATEMENT OF NO HURRICANE SHELTERS
Should you choose to stay, please remember there are no shelters in Brazoria County. Also, be aware that emergency crews will not be able to assist you during the storm.
EVACUATION ROUTES
There are no mandatory routes you must take when evacuating from Lake Jackson. There is an evacuation route map that you should become familiar with and other resources for evacuation maps are on the side panel of the first page of this website section under Quick Links.
Please know the state will provide gas, water, and food on all designated evacuation routes. They are:
- State Highway 36
- State Highway 288
- State Highway 6
- Interstate 45
- State Highway 290
- Interstate 10
If you choose to take alternate routes, essential services such as food, fuel, etc. are not guaranteed.
TRANSPORTATION ASSISTANCE
If you do not have a car or other vehicle and you cannot get a ride with friends, neighbors or family, you may register in advance for a ride by dialing 2-1-1.
Evacuation Agreement
The entire evacuation agreement between the Brazoria County and the City of Lake Jackson can be found here.
EMERGENCY COMMUNICATION
We will alert you to major developments on these channels:
- The City's Official Facebook Page.
- Our Emergency Alert System.
- Our LinkedIn account @LakeJackson,Cityof
- Our Twitter account @LakeJacksonTX.
- The front page of the website.
You can also learn of evacuations through local news stations and media outlets
Contact Us
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Assistant Chief Byan Sidebottom
Emergency Management Coordinator
Ph: 979-415-2500