Harris County is vulnerable to many natural hazards including flooding, hurricanes, tropical storms, wildfires, and tornadoes. These hazards threaten the safety of residents and have the potential to damage property, disrupt the local economy, and impact the quality of life of Harris County residents. While we cannot eliminate natural hazards, hazard mitigation planning identifies ways to reduce the risk of these hazards.
To meet federal requirements, the Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management and participating entities are updating the Harris County Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan before the current plan expires in July 2025. The information on this website is intended as a reference for our mitigation planning partners and the public.