⚠️ National Preparedness Month: Be Storm-Ready with KPUB

September is National Preparedness Month, and KPUB is here to help you get ahead of the storm—no matter the season. From flash floods and wildfires to winter freezes and summer storms, severe weather can strike at any time.

That’s why KPUB offers tools, tips, and local resources to help you stay safe, connected, and powered up—before, during, and after any emergency.

⚡ Meet Us at the Kerr County Emergency Preparedness Expo!

KPUB will be at this year’s Emergency Preparedness Expo, where you can connect with local safety experts, first responders, and utility professionals—all dedicated to helping our community prepare for severe weather.

📅 Saturday, September 27, 2025
📍 Hill Country Youth Event Center, Kerrville
🕘 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
🔗 Event Details

📝 Make an Emergency Plan with Your Household

Emergencies don’t wait—so planning ahead is critical. A well-thought-out plan helps your family stay calm and take the right actions quickly.

Here’s how to start:

• Discuss what to do during a power outage or severe weather alert

• Identify a safe meeting place and multiple exit routes from your home

• Assign responsibilities (e.g., who grabs the outage kit or pets)

• Create a contact card with emergency numbers and an out-of-town contact

• Include plans for medical needs, elderly family members, and pets

📄 Practice your plan and review it each season to keep it fresh.

🏠 Weatherproof Your Home for Any Season

Simple home upgrades can prevent major damage and keep you comfortable during storms:

• Seal windows and doors

• Clear gutters and trim nearby trees

• Insulate pipes and protect exterior spigots

💡 Not sure where to start? KPUB offers free home energy audits to help identify vulnerabilities.
🔍 Schedule an energy audit

🧰 Build Your Emergency Outage Kit

Be ready for sudden outages by assembling a kit with:

• Flashlights & extra batteries

• Bottled water & shelf-stable food

• First aid kit & essential medications

• Blankets, warm clothing & gloves

• Battery-powered phone chargers

• Weather radio & emergency contacts

• Backup plan for medical devices

🗂️ Keep your kit updated and easily accessible for all family members.

📲 Stay Connected Before and During Emergencies

Timely alerts start with updated contact info.
Ensure KPUB has your current email and cell phone number so we can reach you when it matters most.

Use SmartHub to:

• Sign up for outage notifications

• Get real-time updates on service status

• Monitor energy use during extreme conditions

📱 Download SmartHub today and stay in control during any event.

🔔 Follow KPUB on Facebook for real-time outage updates, community alerts, and restoration info during storms and major events.

🛰️ Stay Informed with TXANS Notifications from ERCOT

Want to stay in the loop about the state’s electric grid? Sign up for ERCOT’s Texas Advisory and Notification System (TXANS) to receive alerts about energy demand, conservation needs, and grid status.

📬 3 ways to stay informed:

Sign up for ERCOT email alerts: Get TXANS Notification

Follow ERCOT on social media: X (Twitter) | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn

Download the ERCOT mobile app

✅ KPUB’s Severe Weather Readiness Checklist

Before the next storm hits, make sure to:

• 📝 Make an emergency plan with your family

• 🧊 Schedule a home energy audit

• 🧯 Build an emergency outage kit

• 🌩️ Trim trees and secure outdoor items

• 📲 Update your contact info with KPUB

• 📥 Download the SmartHub app and customize your outage notifications

• 🛎️ Sign up for SmartHub & TXANS alerts

• 📣 Follow KPUB on Facebook for real-time updates

🌀 Be Prepared. Stay Powered. Count on KPUB.

This National Preparedness Month, let’s plan ahead together. Whether it’s rain, wind, fire, or freeze, KPUB is your local partner in preparedness—committed to helping you stay safe, informed, and connected through every season.

Stay ready. Stay connected. Stay safe—with KPUB.