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Mandatory Evacuation for CITY of GALVESTON

August 25, 2020

City of Galveston Mayor Pro Tem Craig Brown signed a mandatory evacuation Tuesday instructing all Galveston residents to begin leaving the island for safety after overnight models shifted the landfall of Hurricane Laura westward.
Tropical Storm Laura, expected to develop into a hurricane today, is predicted to make landfall late Wednesday to early Thursday as a Category 3 Major Hurricane. The landfall is anticipated near the Texas/Louisiana border, according to the latest National Weather Service models. Overnight the track of the storm moved slightly westward toward Galveston.
Given the uncertainty of the path and the heightened intensity of this storm, as well as the track westward overnight, the City of Galveston is issuing a mandatory evacuation for all residents. The mandatory evacuation was signed and went into effect at 6 a.m. Tuesday. Galveston residents should secure loose items at their property and leave the island by 12 p.m. today. It is urgent that residents heed this mandatory evacuation and leave with all family members and pets.
“With the uncertainties of this storm and its increasing strength, we need to take all necessary precautions to protect our residents,” Mayor Pro Tem Craig Brown said. “It’s imperative that you make plans this morning to secure your homes and move you and your family to safety off island.”
City services will be suspended today at 12 p.m. Sanitation will complete its route this morning and those services will be suspended. City staff will secure city facilities and all city buildings will be closed by Tuesday at 12 p.m.
Police and fire will not be available once winds reach Tropical Storm strength. Those who do not follow the evacuation order should not expect public safety services once conditions worsen.
If you are signed up for the State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry, the state will begin staging buses at 48th and Broadway at the Island Community Center this morning. Please plan to arrive at this location before 12 p.m. and as soon as possible. If you are in the STEAR program, but do not have a way to get to the community center, please call 409-765-3710 for assistance.

Judge Mark Henry to Hold Press Conference on Potential Tropical Weather

August 22, 2020

Both Tropical Storm Marco and Tropical Storm Laura continue to move towards the Gulf Coast

August 22, 2020

Both Tropical Storm Marco and Tropical Storm Laura continue to move towards the Gulf Coast and could impact Galveston County early next week.
Now is the time to be preparing you and your family for potential tropical weather. Review your plan, check your kit, and stay informed.

The Galveston County Office of Emergency Management continues to work closely with the US National Weather Service Houston-Galveston Texas to track these storms.

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Current Tropical Outlook

August 21, 2020

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Galveston 7 Day Outlook

July 23, 2020

The National Hurricane Center is forecasting a 70% chance of tropical development over the next two days as this system moves northwest Thursday and Friday. Regardless of development, increasing winds and seas across the Upper Texas Coastal waters should begin on Thursday and the threat of heavy rainfall spreads into Southeast Texas Friday through Sunday. Elevated tide levels and strong rip currents are expected as well.
Showers and Thunderstorms throughout the forecast period with less chances on Thursday.
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Tropical Weather Outlook

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Galveston County Office of Emergency Management
1353 FM 646 Rd West
Suite 201
Dickinson, TX 77539
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281-309-5002
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