 There is a voluntary evacuation order for western portions of Galveston Island because it is not protected by our seawall, and with a storm surge predicted of 6 to 9 feet, roads on the western side of the island could become inundated, and it could be impossible to get out if you need to evacuate. There are emergency shelters open. Power is out to parts of Galveston Island, but for the most part, people choosing to hunker down and ride out a Category 1 storm.