Information is often available well before hurricanes make landfall, floodwaters rise or dangerous heat settles across the region. The greater challenge, experts say, is making sure people know where to find trusted information—and more importantly, act on it before an emergency unfolds.

Closing Houston Community Media's three-part "Who Cares About Our Youth?" briefing series, State Representative Penny Morales Shaw said public education, mental health, juvenile justice and workforce development are all connected by one common denominator: strong families.