Office of Emergency Management
Galveston County
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GALVESTON, Texas – Voluntary evacuations have been issued for the West End of Galveston Island and the Bolivar Peninsula ahead of Tropical Storm Beta’s expected impacts on the region.
Galveston Mayor Pro Tem Craig Brown issued the order for the areas within the city limits, as county judge Mark Henry issued the order covering Bolivar.
As of Saturday morning Tropical Storm Beta had 60 mph max winds. Hurricane and storm surge watches have been issued for our entire coastline.
See the order: Tropical Storm Beta Voluntary Evacuation Order (Bolivar Peninsula)
