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Drought, Wildfire Proclamations Renewed |
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Jan. 27, 2012 – Gov. Rick Perry has renewed the disaster proclamations for drought and wildfire threat.
Though much of Texas has received significant rainfall since December, it is not enough to erase the state’s drought conditions. Reservoirs that provide water storage across the state remain extremely low overall.
The minimal rainfall throughout 2011 and record-high temperatures contributed to the declining reservoir and aquifer levels. The disaster declaration for drought covers all 254 counties in the state, whereas, the declaration for wildfire threat covers 105 counties.
The drought proclamation was issued on July 5, 2011 and has been renewed several times since then. The initial wildfire proclamation was issued on Dec. 21, 2010. Click here for a copy of the drought proclamation and here for a copy of the wildfire proclamation. |
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Tornado Watch Extended for Galveston County |
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Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2012, 11 AM – The National Weather Service has extended the Tornado Watch for Galveston County until 2 PM today, and issued a Severe Thunderstorm Warning until 11:45 AM.
Strong thunderstorms with damaging wind gusts and isolated tornadoes are moving into the area and will likely bring heavy rainfall and gusting winds.
Rainfall accumulations may average 1-2 inches, while some localized amounts could be up to 5 inches.
Drivers of vans, campers, trailers and other high-profile vehicles should be alert to the danger of high winds.
The Galveston County Office of Emergency Management is monitoring the weather closely. Please tune in to local media for the latest reports, and check the NWS web page for more detailed information:
http://www.srh.noaa.gov/hgx/. |
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Be Alert to Severe Weather Threat Today |
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The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for Galveston County until 11 AM today.
Severe thunderstorms with damaging wind gusts and isolated tornadoes are a threat as the strong storm system moves across the state.
Showers and thunderstorms are predicted for our area until late afternoon, and some rainfall may be heavy.
Western portions of our area have already seen significant rainfall, and totals could be between 1 and 3 inches before the front moves through. This could lead to street flooding and rising water levels in area streams and bayous.
Remember, never drive through water and, if possible, remain indoors today! As the Weather Service reminds us, Turn Around – Don’t Drown.
For more detailed weather information, check the National Weather Service’s web site at http://www.srh.noaa.gov/hgx/. |
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County to Host Fair Housing Hearing |
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Jan. 13, 2012 – Galveston County will conduct a Public Hearing on its “Fair Housing Activity Statement – Texas” (“FHAST Form”) on Monday, Jan. 23, 2012, beginning at 5:30 PM. The hearing will be conducted in the Galveston County Commissioners Courtroom, first floor of the Galveston County Courthouse, 722 Moody (21st Street) in Galveston.
The purpose of the hearing is to obtain public comment on the FHAST Form, which describes Galveston County’s plans to affirmatively further fair housing in the county. Copies of the form will be available for discussion and review, and the public is invited and encouraged to attend. Advance copies can be downloaded from the Galveston County Office of Emergency Management website, www.gcoem.org, or obtained by calling 281-309-5002 or 1-888-384-2000.
Persons with functional needs who would like to attend the public hearing and require auxiliary aids or services should call 281-309-5002 for assistance by Friday, Jan. 20, 2012. Comments regarding the FHAST Form can be mailed to Simsen at 1353 FM 646 West, Suite 201, Dickinson, TX 77539; faxed to (toll-free) 888-534-5607; or emailed to
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Click here to download the FHAST Form in English. Haga clic aqui para descargar el formulario FHAST en Espanol. |
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