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UPDATE: Shelters open as rebuilding begins in Houston after Hurricane Beryl

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Editor’s Note: This story was updated with shelters and additional information as of 8:09 a.m. July 9.

As more than 2.2 million people in Houston are without power after Hurricane Beryl swept through the region on July 8, local counties and cities have begun opening shelters and cooling centers.

A heat advisory is in effect for the Greater Houston area, with the heat index expected to peak around 106 degrees Fahrenheit on July 9, the National Weather Service announced via Facebook.

East Montgomery County Community Development Center

Conroe city officials have announced that the East Montgomery County Community Development Center will open as an emergency shelter.

Fort Bend County Fairgrounds

Fort Bend County Homeland Security and Emergency Management has opened a shelter for county residents who need a dry place to take shelter.

Gallery furniture

Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale opened his store, Gallery Furniture, as an emergency shelter. Animals are not allowed at the shelter.

There is food and hot coffee, and there are places to sit on site.

Harris County District 3 Community Centers

Harris County District 3 Commissioner Tom Ramsey announced via Facebook that four community centers in District 3 will open as Wi-Fi refreshment centers. Food and water distribution will also take place at these centers.

Harris County District 4 Commissioner Lesley Briones announced via Facebook that three community centers in District 4 will open as cooling centers from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on July 9.

Lakewood church officials announced via Facebook that it would be open to serve as a cooling and water distribution center as well as a safe place for anyone in need.

Montgomery County officials have announced that the Lone Star Community Center will open as a shelter.

Pearland city officials announced via Facebook that the recreation center and natatorium would temporarily open to serve as a cooling and recharging center.

The organization has opened its doors as a shelter for anyone in need of beds, and water distribution is available on site.

The church opened as an emergency shelter on July 7 and will remain open until the storm passes. Beds are available for anyone who needs a place to stay.

Montgomery County officials have announced that the West Montgomery County Community Development Center will open as a shelter.

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