Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant

If there is a serious problem at Comanche Peak which is likely to affect the public, the Outdoor Warning System Sirens may be used to alert people within 10 miles of the plant. The sirens may also be used for dangerous weather or civil defense emergencies. The decision to activate the siren system rests with local authorities. A steady siren tone will be used for a Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant emergency or dangerous weather. A slow wavering tone is for a civil defense emergency.  The emergency zone maps are very important. Use them to find your zone. If there is a plant accident, people in some zones might need to protect themselves.

Information for Visitors

Welcome to the Somervell/Hood County area, home to several excellent parks and lakes, as well as many fine stores and restaurants. We hope you’ll thoroughly enjoy your stay here and return often to the warm hospitality this area is so very proud.  Your safety is extremely important to local officials and the operators of the nearby plant. While it is unlikely that a problem at the plant would affect you or your family, you need to be familiar with the information provided in this website.  We suggest that you print this information and keep it in a convenient place, such as the glove compartment of your car, during your stay.

Additional Emergency Information

• If you hear the emergency sirens DO NOT CALL 911; tune to the Emergency Alert System (EAS) radio station WBAP, 820 AM or KFJZ, 870 AM (en Espanol) for information.
• If there is a Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant emergency, the outdoor warning system sirens will alert people within 10 miles of the plant. The sirens may also be used for dangerous weather or civil defense emergencies.
• The sirens sound for three minutes. Tune to the Emergency Alert System (EAS) (radio stations WBAP, 820 AM or KFJZ, 870 AM en Espanol) for instructions. The sirens are tested at noon on the first and third Monday of each month, except for major holidays.
• Avoid use of the telephone. If you must have more information, there is a Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant emergency information number 682-498-8010; the Hood County Sheriff’s office is 817/579-3307; the Somervell County Sheriff’s office is 254/897-2242.