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Galveston-Bolivar Peninsula Braces for Hurricane Ike
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Ike bloomed to a Category 2 storm and is likely to grow even stronger before its predicted strike on the Texas coast early Saturday.
The newest weather forecast has shifted Hurricane Ike's landfall to the east side of Matagorda Bay, bringing the storm a little closer to Galveston County. The decision has been made following the latest forecast information to call for a mandatory evacation beginning at 7:00 am for the following areas: West Galveston Island, Jamaica Beach, Bolivar Peninsula, Omega Bay, San Leon, Bacliff and Freddiesville.
Voluntary evacuations should be considered for low-lying areas in Dickinson, Kemah and Clear Lake Shores and La Marque. Citizens should also consider evacuating if they live in areas subject to flooding or in mobile homes. If you should decide to evacuate, please remember to pack your disaster kit and important paper. Click here for a suggested list of supplies for your disaster kit. Hurricane Season runs from June 1 through Nov. 30.
Hurricane Ike continues to be a difficult storm to track because of the number of shifts in the forecast models. Given the current track, we are preparing for the possibility of tropical storm force winds beginning sometime Friday morning and possible hurricane force winds affecting the county Friday evening around dusk. The anticipated tides are between 8-11 feet at the height of the storm, but higher tides could begin as early as Thursday night.
The Galveston-Bolivar Ferry will cease operations at 11:00 PM on Thursday night.
Keep yourselves up to date on the most current information by visiting the websites of the National Weather Service Houston-Galveston, the
National Hurricane Center and our web page.
Visit our hurricane tracker by clicking here.
Projected Path as of 09/10/08 
Planning & Preparedness:
The Galveston County Office of Emergency Management's Planning Division is responsible for a number of planning activities aimed at enhancing the County's preparedness for disasters and emergencies. Probably the most visible product of those planning activities is the Basic Emergency Plan, the comprehensive, all-hazard plan that coordinates the emergency management activities of Galveston County Government.
Although the Basic Plan addresses all phases of emergency management, it is specifically oriented toward preparedness and response activities. The Plan is a policy document developed and maintained by the Planning Coordinator, and signed by the County Judge, local Mayors, and Emergency Management Coordinators, upon review and concurrence.
GCOEM develops contingency plans that guide Galveston County's response to natural and man-made emergencies, from extreme weather to hazardous material incidents. Each plan focuses on three components of a disaster: preparedness, initial response, and recovery. The purpose of these plans is to keep Galveston County safe and, following a disaster, to return residents to their daily routines as quickly as possible.
When a plan is activated, GCOEM coordinates the skills of County, city, state, federal, and non-governmental agencies, to ensure the plan is effectively carried out. Large-scale countywide emergencies, like a transit strike or a coastal storm, can require the collaboration of dozens of agencies and thousands of emergency responders. Smaller incidents, such as localized power outages or water main breaks, may only require a handful of agencies to complete restoration.
GCOEM reviews, tests, and revises these plans as intelligence and resources change. The agency enlists subject matter experts from all County agencies, including law enforcement and fire departments, and other non-city groups to advise on aspects of each plan.
A large part of planning is what’s done in addition to coordinating emergency responses. GCOEM works to inform the public of the potential hazards, in an effort to make sure Galveston County residents know how to avoid disasters or act in the event of a disaster. GCOEM encourages residents to educate themselves and others about emergency preparedness.
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Steve Sonn @
Thursday, September 11, 2008 5:28 PM | |
Hi guys Good luck to you. We have a reservation for the 20th, and would just like to know whenever you can if we are going to have to cancel. We will be praying for the saftey of the island. We live in houston and will just stay here and ride the storm out....Steve |
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By debbie@PortAransasIsland.com @
Saturday, September 13, 2008 1:19 PM |
Port Aransas, Island Moorings Marina Safe Harbor, Has Room For Boats
Hurricane Ike Update - Island Moorings Marina Owner Kevin Dean Extends welcome to anyone who needs a safe place to put their boat.
Many boat owners who are seeking a place to store their boat from damages caused by Hurricane Ike are finding that Island Moorings Marina in Port Aransas has space and a safe harbor.
Island Moorings Marina was recently re-opened last year with major renovations and channel dredging providing access for large boats to easily enter the once closed channel.
Since the Marina has just recently been re-opened for large boats, there is space available for boat owners who are in need from Hurricane Ike issues.
Visit http://www.portaransasisland.com/IslandMooringsMarina.aspx or call 800-277-3065
Port Aransas, Island Moorings Marina Safe Harbor, Has Room For Boats
Hurricane Ike Update - Island Moorings Marina Owner Kevin Dean Extends welcome to anyone who needs a safe place to put their boat.
Many boat owners who are seeking a place to store their boat from damages caused by Hurricane Ike are finding that Island Moorings Marina in Port Aransas has space and a safe harbor.
Island Moorings Marina was recently re-opened last year with major renovations and channel dredging providing access for large boats to easily enter the once closed channel.
Since the Marina has just recently been re-opened for large boats, there is space available for boat owners who are in need from Hurricane Ike issues.
Visit http://www.portaransasisland.com/IslandMooringsMarina.aspx or call 800-277-3065
debbie@PortAransasIsland.com |
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By Corpus Christi Convention & Visitors Bureau @
Saturday, September 13, 2008 1:55 PM |
The Corpus Christi Convention & Visitors Bureau prepares to assist the traveling public and Hurricane Ike evacuees by opening the downtown Corpus Christi Visitor Center today at noon.
With continued power outages over the coming days along the Northeast coastline of Texas, Corpus Christi prepares to assist families seeking accommodations in the Corpus Christi area. The traveling public planning to evacuate to Corpus Christi are encouraged to call the Visitor Center toll free at 800-766-BEACH or visit www.corpuschristicvb.com for up-to-date information on hotel availability.
The Corpus Christi CVB Visitor Center will be open today from 12noon-5pm and Sunday, Sept. 14 from 9am-5pm. Through out the coming week, the Visitor Center plans to extend their hours to assist evacuees Monday-Friday from 9am-5pm. |
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Deb Hawthorne @
Saturday, September 13, 2008 3:09 PM | |
My mom lives at 12 Seadrift Rd, Crystal Beach and last I heard, did not evacuate. If anyone has any info, please respond. |
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Kimber and Patick Tank @
Saturday, September 13, 2008 8:02 PM | |
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in Crystal Beach, Port Boliver etc. Though Crystal Beach has not been our home for 10 years, we miss you and think of you often. |
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Bykaren dinunzio @
Saturday, September 13, 2008 11:34 PM | |
god bless you all denise and mark davidson are safe |
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ByRebecca Schillaci @
Saturday, October 04, 2008 11:21 AM | |
well, they were wrong about those 8-11 ft. tide estimates weren't they? I would've brought home my most valued things if they had predicted the higher surges....maybe they can explain that! |
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