Bell County Public Health District

10/28/2025

Today, we celebrate the incredible emergency responders who keep our community safe. Your courage, compassion, and commitment represent the very best of Bell County. Thank you for answering the call.

10/28/2025

Happy and healthy Halloween!

10/28/2025

📣Our WIC offices will be closed on Tuesday, October 28th for staff training.

📣Nuestras oficinas de WIC estarán cerradas el martes 28 de octubre para capacitación del personal.

10/27/2025

Did you know teens need vaccines too? Visit https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/hcp/imz-schedules/child-adolescent-age.html for more information.

Killeen immunization clinic hours:
Tuesdays
Walk-ins: 7 to 11 am
Appointment only: 1 to 3:30 pm
Call 254-532-9800 to schedule

Belton immunization clinic hours:
Wednesdays
Walk-ins: 7 to 11 am
Appointment only: 1 to 3:30 pm
Call 254-532-9800 to schedule

10/26/2025

Good evening Bell County.

We are currently facing severe weather in the area. Please take precautions and be aware of adverse conditions.

🛠 Preparedness recommendations
1. Have a safe location ready in an interior room or basement in your home.
2. Secure outdoor items that could become projectiles in strong winds.
3. Stay tuned to reliable sources such as local TV/radio, NOAA Weather Radio, or the National Weather Service.
4. Power outages may occur so ensure your mobile devices are charged and keep flashlights handy (don’t rely solely on candles).
5. Avoid driving through flooded or flooded roadways. Remember the phrase: “Turn around, don’t drown.”

We will continue to monitor updates and will post additional advisories if conditions escalate. Stay alert, stay prepared, and stay safe.

Bell County Public Health District

Bell TX-
609 PM CDT Sat Oct 25 2025
..FLOOD ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 830 PM CDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessiver ainfall is expected.

* WHERE...A portion of central Texas, including the following county, Bell.

* WHEN...Until 830 PM CDT.

* IMPACTS...Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Dangerous flows over low-water crossings. Ponding of water on roadways is occurring.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This will likely cause urban and small stream flooding. Low lying and/or poor drainage areas will experience minor flooding in
the advisory area. Between 1 and 2 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts up to 1 inch are forecast.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include... Killeen, Temple, Copperas Cove, Harker Heights, Belton, Fort Hood, Nolanville, Morgan`s Point Resort, Salado, Little River-Academy, Troy, Rogers, Holland, Stillhouse Hollow Lake,
Belton Lake, Sparks, Union Grove, Ding D**g, White Hall and Maxdale.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.

Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.

-NWS

10/25/2025

⚠️ Public Advisory for Bell County Public Health District

Good evening, Bell County residents. Please be advised:

✅ Current conditions

79 °F and partly cloudy at this time.
Forecast shows thunderstorms developing late tonight, with potential for severe weather.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Bell County until 3:00 a.m. CDT.

🔍 What we’re watching

Thunderstorms expected to begin around midnight and continue into the early morning hours.
Risk of strong winds, frequent lightning, and possibly hail.
Although not yet declared a tornado watch, conditions are favorable for severe thunderstorm activity.

🛠 Preparedness recommendations
1. Have a safe location ready in an interior room or basement in your home.
2. Secure outdoor items that could become projectiles in strong winds.
3. Stay tuned to reliable sources such as local TV/radio, NOAA Weather Radio, or the National Weather Service.
4. Power outages may occur so ensure your mobile devices are charged and keep flashlights handy (don’t rely solely on candles).
5. Avoid driving through flooded or flooded roadways. Remember the phrase: “Turn around, don’t drown.”

📌 What to do right now

Finish up any outside yard work or loose-object securing.
If you have pets, bring them indoors.
Prepare items you’ll need in your safe space such as medications, water, important documents, and a flashlight.
Set alerts on your phone for emergency notifications.

We will continue to monitor updates and will post additional advisories if conditions escalate. Stay alert, stay prepared, and stay safe.

Bell County Public Health District

10/24/2025

🌩️Severe storms threaten most of the state today.

Stay weather aware and review your safety plan: ready.gov/severe-weather

✅Secure outdoor items
⚡Avoid flooded roads
📱Sign up for local alerts

10/24/2025

World Polio Day reminds us of the important role that polio vaccines play in protecting children’s lives and safeguarding public health around the world.

Killeen immunization clinic hours:
Tuesdays
Walk-ins: 7 to 11 am
Appointment only: 1 to 3:30 pm
Call 254-532-9800 to schedule

Belton immunization clinic hours:
Wednesdays
Walk-ins: 7 to 11 am
Appointment only: 1 to 3:30 pm
Call 254-532-9800 to schedule

10/23/2025

Be ready. Visit our website for more information on rain and flood safety. Link in comments.

10/23/2025

10/20/2025

📣 Attention Families of Copperas Cove & Surrounding Areas!
We’re excited to announce that the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) team from BCPHD will be hosting three special outreach events at the H-E-B in Copperas Cove , an excellent opportunity for eligible families to get help, ask questions, and access benefits.

🔹 Dates: Saturday October 25 · Saturday November 22 · Saturday December 20
🔹 Time: 8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
🔹 Location: H-E-B, 2990 E. Highway 190, Copperas Cove

👶 What you can expect:
🔹 On-site staff available to issue WIC benefits
🔹 Guidance on selecting WIC-approved foods
🔹 Assistance using the myWIC app
🔹 Help scheduling your next WIC appointment

✅ Why attend:
Whether you’re new to WIC or already participating, this is a convenient, friendly way to get the support you need in-person, without the need to travel to a clinic during a weekday.

👉 Please share this with anyone you think could benefit ! Spread the word! For additional info and updates on future events, visit our page: facebook.com/​Bell-County-Public-Health-WIC-Program-61571821986365

We look forward to seeing you and helping your family thrive!

10/16/2025