The citizens of Texas are all going through a rough time right now facing the disasters of Hurricane Harvey, and while Houston and its surrounding county have certainly been facing the brunt of the destruction, other Texans are feeling the impact as well. A reported 7000 or so Houston residents are to be temporarily relocated to Austin while the floods clear and damage repair can begin, and Austin residents have been gladly receiving them. US Storage Centers is also working to help hurricane victims as well by offering storage in Austin that residents, business, and the city alike can all take advantage of. See how our storage units may be able to help you aid in the relief efforts and how to prepare for disasters in the future. A Place to Keep Your Belongings If you are taking in a Hurricane Harvey victim or family temporarily into your home, you may be considering moving items out of the way to accommodate sleeping space. Using one of our storage units in Austin will make this process very simple. The room you are converting into a spare bedroom - whether it was being used as a storage room, crafting space, or home office - will likely have items that you can keep safely in one of our storage units. This is a good option even in the short term, as our unit contracts work on a month-to-month basis. You can end your contract anytime you like, giving you flexibility to store the belongings you keep in that store room until the flood and cleanup repairs have been mitigated. A Place to Keep Their Belongings Some people who took the voluntary evacuation order were able to get many of their belongings out in time before the flood completely damaged their homes. This did leave them with a lot of possessions, however, that need a ‘home’ until they are able to go back home to Houston. If you are in the position of helping a family who brought belongings with them, you or they may be able to store them in a unit for the foreseeable future. This will ensure they remain protected and be kept from more moisture which could damage their possessions. A Place for Future Disasters Though Austin will open its convention center for anyone needing hurricane relief, there is a lot that you could put in a storage unit to help anyone else in future disasters. Many people will use their storage units as a place to keep extra blankets, clothing, and even water filtration systems in the event of a disaster. Your storage unit may also be used for backup emergency supplies such as first aid kits, flashlights, and radios. There are several different things you can do to be prepared for a disaster, and our Austin storage units are here to help. Getting Help and Relief: Storage Units in Austin Our sincere hope is that everyone affected by this hurricane will be able to recuperate and recover from all of the damages. While this is an emotionally-filled time, we are here to help and offer our services. To rent a space today, call to inquire about our flexible contracts and special move-in rates. US Storage Centers 201 West Stassney Lane Austin, TX 78745 (512) 872-3277
