Beaumont

City is under curfew from 8:00pm to 6:00am.  This affects all businesses.

Sewer system is non-operational - citizens urged to use water sparingly.

The City of Beaumont water treatment plant, located on Pine Street, has power without generators. A boil-water notice, as required by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the EPA, is currently in effect and will remain for an estimated 3 to 5 more days.

There is saltwater intrusion in the water system at this time as a result of the storm surge.   The saltwater could damage home appliances such as dish washers and washing machines.

Grocery Stores

• Kroger (3965 Dowlen) Likely Open (as of 9/14/08) but are letting people in one at a time.  The gas station is closed.
• HEB-Lumberton 116 (1930 Hwy. 96 S)
• Sam's Club on I-10 in Beaumont Enterprise is open
• Hong Kong Market (1405 Washington) open 10am-6pm
• Hardware
• Lowes (4120 Dowlen Road)

Pharmacies

• Wal-Mart (4145 North Dowlen Road)
• Walgreens (3885 Dowlen Road)

Gas Stations

• Valeron in Lumberton is open.

Restaurants

Restaurants are opening quickly as well as food stores. These establishments need to contact the Public Health Department at 980-7280 to schedule an inspection before opening.