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Storm recovery update for May 17-18, 2024: To protect the public, HPD will assign officers to Downtown intersections where storm damage is greatest, an area roughly from Walker St. to Clay St. and Smith St. to Fannin St. Road closures and limited pedestrian access will remain until the properties and area are deemed safe. Tomorrow, our crews will be back at work at 7 a.m. removing the remainder of shattered glass and treating an estimated 200 downed or damaged trees and landscape. Before traveling into Downtown, please confirm the event has not been cancelled and your planned route has been cleared.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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With breakthrough technology companies and research organizations, the largest energy industry concentration in the world, and a globally connected professional services industry, Downtown Houston has one of the most diverse, dynamic economies in the U.S.

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Downtown boasts the premier global address for business, from Fortune 500 companies to startups and entrepreneurs. With an impressive 9 Fortune 500 headquarters located in Downtown and a total 22 total throughout Metro Houston—including Kinder Morgan, Waste Management, CenterPoint Energy and Enterprise Products Partners, just to name a few — Downtown leads Texas as the hub for HQs.

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