Updated 8:05 a.m. Aug. 31 Katy ISD announced Thursday it would begin minimizing shelter operations at Cinco Ranch High School, 3440 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, in order to prepare for classes on Tuesday, Sept. 5. The district said it is partnering with the Fellowship at Cinco Ranch, 22765 Westheimer Parkway, Katy, to assist people still in need of shelter. KISD's two information hotlines also remain open Thursday: 281-396-2368 and 281-396-2363. Updated 2 p.m. Aug. 30 Tropical Storm Harvey moved on from the Greater Houston area Wednesday and made its way east to Louisiana. But recovery efforts are under way in the Katy area, where schools, businesses and churches are acting as shelters for displaced residents. Here is a list of open shelters with availability as of 1:52 p.m. Aug. 30, although the public is encouraged to call ahead before arrival to check space, volunteering needs or desired donate items. Some shelters may be more responsive on social media than by phone: Church of the Holy Apostles 1225 West Grand Parkway S., Katy 281-392-3310 www.cotha.org Pets are accepted at the shelter. CrossPoint Community Church 700 Westgreen Blvd., Katy 281-398-6464 www.lifeatcrosspoint.org The facility is not a designated shelter but rather a reunification center, meaning staff can help them get connected with a shelter or a host family, feed them and clothe them. Pets are accepted. The Fellowship at Cinco Ranch 22765 Westheimer Parkway, Katy 281-395-3950 www.thefellowship.org This is a placement center where people and pets may come to be paired with host families. Fulshear High School 9302 Bois D'Arc Lane, Fulshear  832-223-5000 www.lcisd.org/campuses/fulshearhs/home The National Guard and American Red Cross are on site, while pets are allowed. Life Church 26189 Westheimer Parkway, Katy 281-395-5433 www.lifechurchkaty.com Pets are allowed, though kennels are requested for dogs. A community dinner is scheduled for 6:15 p.m. for guests Wednesday. Powerhouse Church 1818 Katyland Drive, Katy 281-391-0095 www.phckaty.com This facility is a temporary shelter where people can pick up supplies and be directed to a more permanent placement. Pets are accepted but preferably in kennels or on leashes. Rock Solid Taekwondo 550 Katy Fort Bend Road, Katy 832-795-6062 www.rocksolidtkd.com Pets are accepted and the shelter has dog food, cat food, water, clothes and air mattresses available. Spotlight Acting Academy
22758 Westheimer Parkway, Ste. 220, Katy 832-913-6884 www.spotlightactingacademy.com
Pets are accepted at this shelter. Additionally, Katy ISD's shelters at Cinco Ranch High School, 23440 Cinco Ranch Blvd., Katy, and Morton Ranch High School, 21000 Franz Road, Katy, were consolidated into one location at Cinco Ranch High. But residents may still take home food, clothes, blankets and other donated items as needed until 3 p.m.