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Weslaco Permits Online

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JUL 11, 2017

The City of Weslaco is proud to announce that we now have permits available online for public viewing. Our Online Permit Portal is available at www.weslacopermits.com and can be used by building professionals to get additional features.

If a General Contractor/Trade Professional has already registered with the City, they can now Create an Online Permits Account which will allow access to:

• All permits associated with the license
• Request Inspections
• Pay any permit fees or re-inspection fees
• Upload/View any permit documents
• Follow your permit and inspection status

Additionally, Trade Professionals are also eligible to apply for the following permits online:

• Commercial Electrical
• Commercial Mechanical
• Commercial Plumbing
• Residential Electrical
• Residential Mechanical
• Residential Plumbing

Access the City’s online permitting portal at www.weslacopermits.com and register for an account. If you require assistance, use our online guides which provide step by step instructions. For further assistance, contact our office at (956) 973-3123 or let us help you via the kiosk located at the Planning & Code Enforcement Department at City Hall.

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City of Weslaco Office of Emergency Management 956-447-3415; City Hall 956-968-3181

Sandbag distribution Wednesday, 3:00-7:00 p.m.

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AUG 23, 2017

WESLACO, TX (August 23, 2017) -
Due to the potential weather and the current status of Tropical Depression
Harvey, the City of Weslaco will be handing out sandbags to the citizens of
Weslaco today, August 23, 2017, from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the following location:

Former City of Weslaco Recycling Center

2900 S. Border Ave., Weslaco, TX 78596

Must show proof of residency for the City of Weslaco, such as a driver’s license, water or electric bill.

There will be a maximum of 6 sandbags per residence allowed.

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City of Weslaco Office of Emergency Management 956-447-3415; City Hall 956-968-3181

Sandbag Distribution Thursday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.

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AUG 24, 2017

WESLACO, TX (August 24, 2017) - Due to the potential weather and the current status of
Tropical Storm Harvey, the City of Weslaco will be handing out sandbags to the
citizens of Weslaco today, August 24, 2017, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the following
location:

Weslaco City Park - 300 N. Airport - Weslaco, TX 78596

Must show proof of residency for the City of Weslaco, such as a driver’s license, water or
electric bill.

There will be a maximum of 6 sandbags per residence allowed.

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Self-fill Sand Site Thursday until 7 p.m.

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AUG 24, 2017

In addition to sandbag distribution site at Mayor Pablo G. Pena City Park, a Self Fill Station is open Thursday until 7:00 p.m.

Former City of Weslaco Recycling Center (Self Fill Station)

2900 S. Border Ave.

Weslaco, TX 78596

Bags are provided but shovels are limited. Must show proof of residency for the City of Weslaco, such as a driver’s license, water or electric bill. There will be a maximum of 6 sandbags per residence allowed.

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Sandbags by Self-Service for Weslaco Residents

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AUG 24, 2017

Citizens who still need bags may fill their own Friday

WESLACO, TX (August 24, 2017) - Due to the developing status of Hurricane Harvey, the City of Weslaco will make available sand and bags at four locations tomorrow, Friday, August 25 at 8:00 a.m. These will be self-service stations, where bags will be provided but shovels may not.

Weslaco City Park
300 N. Airport Drive

Weslaco City Hall
255 S. Kansas Ave.

Weslaco Harlon Block Park
1020 W. 18th Street

Former Weslaco Recycling Center
2900 S. Border Ave.

Please be prepared with own shovel as well as proof of residency for the City of Weslaco, such as a driver’s license, water or electric bill. There will be a maximum of six sandbags issued per residence. Skeleton crews will be available at each site as City staff will turn efforts toward other essential duties and critical infrastructure in preparation for the storm.

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City of Weslaco Office of Emergency Management 956-447-3415; City Hall 956-968-3181

Sandbag Locations Reduced

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AUG 25, 2017

Citizens who still need bags may fill their own until 5:00 p.m. today

WESLACO, TX (August 25, 2017) - The City of Weslaco is reducing the sites available with sand and bags to two locations. These self-service stations are expected to remain accessible until 5:00 p.m. today. Bags will be provided but shovels may not:

Weslaco City Park
300 N. Airport Drive

Weslaco City Hall
255 S. Kansas Ave.

The previous locations at Harlon Block Park and Former Weslaco Recycling Center now are closed for this sandbag operation. Over 17,000 bags have been distributed to Weslaco residents within the past 48-hours, but the revised forecast indicates less rain expected locally.

Please be prepared with own shovel as well as proof of residency for the City of Weslaco, such as a driver’s license, water or electric bill. There will be a maximum of six sandbags issued per residence. Skeleton crews will be available at each site as City staff will turn efforts toward other essential duties and critical infrastructure in preparation for the storm.

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Hurricane Relief

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AUG 29, 2017

The Weslaco Police Department, City of Weslaco, and the Weslaco Fire Department is asking for your assistance in helping out families affected by Hurricane Harvey. Let's help our neighbors in need! Drop off locations are from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at City Hall, Weslaco Police Department and Weslaco Fire Department. After hours, Weslaco Fire Department will continue to accept all donations.

Items needed include: Bottled Water, Nonperishable Foods, Hygiene Essentials, Toiletries, Undergarments, Mosquito Repellent, Baby Formula, Baby Diapers

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SOS: SAVE OUR SANDBAGS

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SEP 1, 2017

Citizens should store, save bags for future use

WESLACO, TX (September 1, 2017) – With three more months remaining in hurricane season, and another storm already forming in the Atlantic, the City of Weslaco recommends storing then saving sandbags for potential future use.

“The City of Weslaco distributed more than 17,000 sandbags last week in anticipation of Harvey, a record for the City,” reported Antonio Lopez, Fire Chief and Emergency Manager. “And though we didn’t need them then, with them already staged at our homes and businesses it means we are better ready next time. Stored in a dry place and out of the sun, the sandbags should last the remainder of hurricane season.”

After hurricane season ends, he recommends disposing the sand but keeping the bags. This year the City made available sandbag distribution locations as well as four additional self-fill stations throughout the community.

“We will likely follow the same distribution system next storm, with areas around town where citizens can fill their own bags,” said Lopez. “With saved bags in hand, we hope to fill faster to move onto other tasks toward storm preparedness.”
He reiterated his recommendation to prepare for 72-96 hours of self-support, keeping on hand supplies to meet the needs of the entire household—people and pets—for those many days. Supplies include non-perishable food, drinking water, and medication.

For more information, contact City Hall at 956-968-3181 or City of Weslaco Office of Emergency Management at 956-447-3415.

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Government Finance Officers Association: Todd Buikema, Acting Director/TSC , (312) 977-9700

Weslaco Receives Highest Recognition for its Annual Financial Report

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SEP 27, 2017

(Chicago, Illinois)--The Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting has been awarded to the City of Weslaco by Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) for its comprehensive annual financial report (CAFR). The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management

An Award of Financial Reporting Achievement has been awarded to the Finance Department as the department designated by the government as primarily responsible for preparing the award-winning CAFR.

The CAFR has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating a constructive "spirit of full disclosure" to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the CAFR.

Government Finance Officers Association is a major professional association servicing the needs of nearly 19,000 appointed and elected local, state. and provincial-level government officials and other finance practitioners. It provides top quality publications, training programs, services, and products designed to enhance the skills and performance of those responsible for government finance policy and management. The association is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, with offices in Washington, D.C.

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MReyna2@PrimeHealthCare.com

Weslaco Police Officers Equipped with Life-Saving Defibrillators

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OCT 4, 2017

Hospital Volunteers at Knapp Medical Center donate devices to shock patient’s heart back into rhythm.

WESLACO - The Weslaco Police Department has become one of the first – if not the first -- police departments in the Valley to be equipped with life-saving defibrillators, which can be used to shock a person’s heart back into beating normally again after a heart attack.

This is great news for Weslaco residents – because often police are the first to arrive at the scene where a person is having a heart attack. This will allow Weslaco police to administer this life-saving treatment -- when every minute counts -- until Emergency Medical Services personnel arrive at the scene.

Weslaco police officers were trained on use of the defibrillators in September 2017. A total of 12 defibrillators were donated to the Weslaco Police Department by hospital volunteers from Knapp Medical Center in Weslaco. The Knapp Volunteer Auxiliary holds fundraisers throughout the year – including a popular $5 jewelry sale -- and operates a gift shop on the first floor of the hospital, and uses proceeds to benefit important projects involving the hospital.

By carrying defibrillators in their vehicles, Weslaco police officers can increase the survival rate of victims of sudden cardiac arrest, and more lives will hopefully be saved each year. It is critical that defibrillation be done within minutes of the onset of a heart attack -- because every minute that passes increases the likelihood of brain damage or death.

Consider this scenario: a Valley woman suffers a sudden cardiac arrest while driving her car. Her car veers off the road and crashes, and a passing motorist calls 911. Within a couple of minutes, a police officer arrives on the scene and uses the defibrillator to re-start the heart. By the time an ambulance arrives a couple of minutes later, her heart is already beating normally, and EMS continues care for her on the way to the hospital. Because of the quick action by the police officer, the patient survives with no permanent brain damage.

Dr. Robert Sepulveda, Internal Medicine Physician in Weslaco and Chair of the Continuing Medical Education Committee for Knapp Medical Center, has done educational presentations for the community at Knapp Medical Center on the importance of knowing what to do and taking immediate action when a person goes into sudden cardiac arrest. This includes calling 911 immediately and beginning cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) until emergency medical technicians arrive – as well as use of defibrillators.

Studies have shown the important of starting CPR within four minutes or sooner -- and using an automated external defibrillator within 10 minutes – to give the person a better chance to live.

“For every minute we delay in shocking someone’s heart back into rhythm, they lose 10 percent of their chance to get their heart back going,” Dr. Sepulveda said. “So this donation of the defibrillators will definitely save lives.” Dr. Sepulveda was also involved in starting the Valley’s first Advanced Cardiac Life Support training center at Knapp Medical Center. “We teach people how to bring people back to life,” Dr. Sepulveda said.

Rene J. Lopez, FACHE, RRT, MD, Chief Executive Officer for Knapp Medical Center, thanked the hospital volunteers with the Knapp Auxiliary for the “great gift” of donating the defibrillators to benefit the community. “Any of us may need to have this available at some time in our life,” Mr. Lopez said. “This will benefit all of us in the community.”

For more information on CPR and other educational classes which are held at Knapp Medical Center, please contact the Knapp Education Department at (956) 969-5455 or e-mail Mitty Reyna at MReyna2@PrimeHealthCare.com.
For more information on the work of the Volunteer Auxiliary at Knapp Medical Center, please call Imelda Ambriz, Volunteer Services Manager, at (956) 973-5144 or visit www.KnappMed.org/Careers/Volunteering-at-Knapp.aspx.

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City Launches New My Weslaco App

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DEC 6, 2017

City Offers Mobile Technology for Citizens to Submit Work Orders

Soon it will be as easy to report an issue in Weslaco as just point and pic! On December 6, the City will launch a new technology application called MyWeslaco which will allow users to report an issue by taking a photograph from their mobile device.

“We are really excited to implement this technology to be there for our constituents when and how it is more convenient for them,” said Mayor David Suarez. “They no longer have to remember to call us when City Hall is open. They can just use their smartphone, take a picture of the issue, and upload it.”

Mr. Jose Peña, IT Director, further explained, “A GPS pin will locate the issue. When City crews respond to it, users can monitor the progress by a uniquely assigned work order number.”

Already available for iPhone and Android download, the MyWeslaco app offers sixty-one issue types across twelve assigned categories to facilitate reporting. Additionally, the app offers other widgets to stay engaged with news and events as well as other technologies, such as applying for a job, paying for a water bill, or requesting a permit.

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City of Weslaco Police Department Toy Drive

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DEC 8, 2017

FM 100 KTEX & Sprint have teamed with the City of Weslaco Police Department to spread holiday cheer to children in the Weslaco area. We want to help those less fortunate this holiday season, and you can help.

As you are shopping for your holiday gifts, add a new unwrapped toy to your list. Drop off your donation at any of the following locations, the City of Weslaco (City Hall), Weslaco Police Department, and the Sprint Store.

If you wish to make a monetary donation, you may do so at the Sprint Store, 1010 Town Center, Weslaco, Texas, from 6 PM - 8 PM, on Friday, December 15th. All donations will be picked up by the Weslaco Police Department at the end of the day on December 15th. Everyone who donates to Toys for Valley Kids will be registered for a chance to win a $400 gift card! The drawing will be on Saturday, December 16th.

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Library Adds Wi-Fi Hotspot Program

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APR 24, 2018

Approximately 10 years ago Marion Booth bequeathed to the Weslaco Public Library Board approximately $481,000. Since that time the Library Board has established the Marion Booth Endowment Program whose proceeds go to innovative and impactful services for library customers.

The Endowment Program is intended for purposes that are not a part of the library’s established services. Thus, the Endowment Program is not intended to substitute in any way the City’s budget for the library, but instead, to foster innovation.

Currently the Library Board administers projects funded only by interest garnered through investments of the original Marion Booth bequest. Several projects have begun to bear fruit. The Endowment began the libraries first ever DVDs collection, added self help audiobooks, and redecorated the Children’s Area. The Endowment also added shelving, a rug to the Children’s Area, a new Children’s Area service desk, and furniture throughout the library. One of the more popular programs initiated through the Endowment was addition of electricity to 12 study stations.

New this month is the Wi-Fi Hotspot Program. The program allows for library customers to checkout Hotspots which provide WiFi internet access anywhere, anytime. Hotspots can be checked out by adults for 5 days for free. “The hotspot is portable, so you can connect your device almost wherever you are. At home, in the car, or at the park, WiFi is possible anywhere”, said Martin J. Mata, Assistant Library Director.

The Library Board dedicates itself to provide service to the library community in a caring, committed and effective manner, with due and diligent stewardship of the resources placed in its trust. The Library Board is proud to administer the Marion Booth Endowment Program.

Charitable gifts may be provided to the Endowment Program so that compassionate community members can continue to grow this program. For any interested in giving a gift or donation to the Endowment, please contact the Library Director Arnoldo Becho or Assistant Library Director, Martin J. Mata, at (956) 968-4533 or via email at askthelibrarian@weslacopl.us.

Mayor Joe V. Sanchez Public Library hours are Monday through Thursday 8AM to 8PM, Fridays 8AM to 5PM and Saturdays 11AM to 5PM. Visit the library website at www.weslacopl.us for additional information.

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Debris Dumpster Locations - updated 06/29/18 at 2:30 p.m.

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JUN 22, 2018

Roll-off dumpsters are being reassigned to the following locations, where citizens may dispose of bulky debris:
Illinois and Agostadero - southeast corner
Pike and San Joaquin - northeast corner
1500 Block of South Westgate Drive
300 Block of West Paisano
500 Block of West 15th Street
600 Block of Silva Avenue
All debris must be put inside roll-off container. Bulky debris includes furniture, appliances, and construction materials. Republic Services is replacing full roll-off containers and brush trucks are collecting debris placed curbside within private property (please do not pile debris in the street or alley).
Monitor this page or social media for updates.

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Help Weslaco! Volunteer Time and Donate Resources

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956.968.4533

JUL 9, 2018

The Weslaco Community needs your help in response to the Flood Event in June. The biggest need is for Volunteers; monetary contributions are also encouraged.

To volunteer please call 956.242.4773 or visit the RGV Food Bank at 724 N. Cage Blvd. in Pharr. To make a monetary donation please go to http://www.foodbankrgv.com/flooding2018.

For more information, contact Arnoldo Becho with the City of Weslaco Library, who may be able to match your talents and abilities with a volunteer organization already at work or a family who already registered their need: abecho@weslacopl.us or 956.968.4533.

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Pumps Update - 06/26 at 10:45 a.m.

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JUN 25, 2018

Pumps Update - 06/26 at 10:45 a.m.

Pump operations have concluded but remain staged for potential future operations.

Pump Update - 06/25 at 5:00p.m

Las Brisas Del Oro Street 15FT (fifteen) from the previous marking on the roadway.

Emerald and Opal 2''

Sapphire South of Opal receded 2''

Turquoise South of Opal 2''

Pumps Update - 06/25 at 4:00 p.m.

Las Brisas Del Oro Street 15 FT (fifteen) from the previous marking on the roadway.

Pumps Update - 06/25 at 3:00 p.m.

Las Brisas Del Oro Street 134.5 FT (one hundred-thirty four and a half)
from the previous marking on the roadway.

Emerald and Opal receded 1"

Sapphire South of Opal receded 1"

Turquoise South of Opal receded 1"

Pumps Update - 06/25 at 2:00 p.m

Emerald and Opal receded 2"

Sapphire South of Opal receded 1 1/2"

Turquoise South of Opal receded 1 1/2"

Pumps Update - 06/25 at 1:00 p.m.

Las Brisas Del Oro Street receded 24FT (twenty-four) from the previous marking on the roadway.

Opal and Emerald receded 1"

Sapphire south of Opal receded 1"

Turquoise South of Opal receded 1"

Pumps Update - 06/25 at 12:00 p.m.

Las Brisas Del Oro Street receded 30FT (thirty) from the previous marking on the roadway.

Opal and Emerald receded 1"

Sapphire south of Opal receded 1 1/2"

Turquoise South of Opal receded 1"

Pumps Update - 06/25 at 11:00 a.m.

Las Brisas Del Oro Street receded 20FT (twenty) from the previous marking on the roadway.

Opal and Emerald receded 1"

Sapphire south of Opal receded 1"

Turquoise South of Opal receded 1"

Pumps Update - 06/25 at 10:00 a.m.

Las Brisas Del Oro Street receded 65 FT (sixty-five) from the previous marking on the roadway.

Opal and Emerald receded 2"

Sapphire south of Opal receded 1 1/2"

Pumps Update - 06/25 at 9:00 a.m.

Las Brisas Del Oro Street receded 21 FT (Twenty-one) from the previous marking on the roadway.

Opal and Emerald receded 1"

Sapphire south of Opal receded 1 1/2"

Pumps Update - 06/25 at 8:00 a.m.

Centerpoint -

Opal east of Ruby 1"

Emerald South of Opal 1"

Sapphire North of Jade 1"

Pumps Update - 06/25 at 8:00 a.m.

Las Brisas Del Oro Street receded 16 FT (Sixteen) from the previous marking roadway.

Centerpoint no change.

Pumps Update - 6/25 at 7:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 25 (twenty-five) in from the previous marking on the roadway.

The following streets have receded in depth.

Emerald S. Opal 3''

Opal E. Ruby 2''

Sapphire N. Jade 4''

Pumps Update - 6/25 at 6:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 32 (Thirty-Two) in. from the previous marking on the roadway.

The following streets have receded in depth.

Emerald S. Opal 1''

Opal E. Ruby 1 1/2''

Sapphire N. Jade 1 1/2''

Pumps Update - 6/25 at 5:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 4 (Four) ft. from the previous marking on the roadway.

The following streets have receded in depth.

Emerald S. Opal 1''

Opal E. Ruby 2''

Sapphire N. Jade 2''

Pumps Update - 6/25 at 4:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 5 (Five) ft from the previous marking on the roadway

The following streets have receded in depth.

Emerald S. Opal 1''

Opal E. Ruby 1''

Sapphire N. Jade 1''

Pumps Update - 6/25 at 3:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 5' 3'' (Five ft. Three Inches) from the previous marking on the roadway.

The following streets have receded in depth.

Pumps Update - 6/25 at 2:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 4 (Four) ft. from the previous marking on the roadway.

The following streets have receded in depth.

Emerald S. Opal 1/2''

Opal E. Ruby 1/2''

Sapphire N. Jade 0''

Pumps Update - 6/25 at 1:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 16 (Sixteen) ft. from the previous marking on the roadway.

The following streets have receded in depth.

Emerald S. Opal 1''

Opal E. Ruby 1 1/2''

Sapphire N. Jade 1 1/2''

Pumps Update - 6/25 at 12:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 3 (Three) ft. from the previous marking on the roadway.

The following streets have receded from depth.

Emerald S. Opal 1/2''

Opal E. Ruby 2''

Sapphire N. Jade 1/2''

Pumps Update - 6/24 at 11:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 15 (Fifteen) ft. from the previous marking on the roadway

The following streets have receded from depth.

Emerald S. Opal 0''

Opal E. Ruby 0''

Sapphire N. Jade 0''

Pumps Update - 6/24 at 10:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 18 (Eighteen) ft. from the previous marking on the roadway.

The following streets have receded from depth.

Emerald S. Opal 1/2''

Opal E. Ruby 1/4''

Sapphire N. Jade 1/2''

Pumps Update - 6/24 at 9:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 1 (one) ft. from the previous marking on the roadway.

The following streets have receded from depth.

Emerald S. Opal 1/2''

Opal E. Ruby 1/2''

Sapphire N. Jade 1/4''

Pumps Update - 6/24 at 8:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 15 (Fifteen) ft. from the previous marking on the roadway.

Following streets have receded from depth.

Emerald S. Opal 1/2''

Opal E. Ruby 1/4''

Sapphire N. Jade 1/2''

Pumps Update - 6/24 at 7:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 29 (Twenty - Nine) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth.

Emerald S. opal 1/2''

Opal E. Ruby 0''

Sapphire N. Jade 1/2''

Pumps Update -6/24 at 6:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 27 and 1/2 (Twenty-seven and a
half) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 1/2"

Opal East of Ruby 0"

Sapphire North of Jade 1/2"

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 5:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 28 (Twenty-eight) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 1/2''

Opal East of Ruby 0''

Sapphire North of Jade 1/2''

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 4:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 28 (Twenty-eight) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 1/2''

Opal East of Ruby 0''

Sapphire North of Jade 1/2''

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 3:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 28 (Twenty-eight) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 1/2''

Opal East of Ruby 0''

Sapphire North of Jade 1/2''

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 2:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 29(Twenty-nine) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 0''

Opal East of Ruby 0''

Sapphire North of Jade 0''

Update - 06/24 at 1:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 8 1/2 (Eight and one half) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 1/2 ''

Opal East of Ruby 1/2''

Sapphire North of Jade 1/4''

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 11:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 10 1/2 (Ten and a half) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 1/2 ''

Opal East of Ruby 0''

Sapphire North of Jade 1/2''

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 10:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 11 (eleven) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 0 ''

Opal East of Ruby 1 ''

Sapphire North of Jade 0''

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 9:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 12 (twelve) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal ''

Opal East of Ruby ''

Sapphire North of Jade ''

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 8:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 14 (Fourteen) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 2''

Opal East of Ruby 2''

Sapphire North of Jade 2''

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 7:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 40 (Forty) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal ''

Opal East of Ruby ''

Sapphire North of Jade ''

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 6:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 14 (Fourteen) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 1''

Opal East of Ruby 1''

Sapphire North of Jade 1''

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 5:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 15 1/2 (Fifteen & a half) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 1''

Opal East of Ruby 1''

Sapphire North of Jade 1''

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 4:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 14 (Fourteen) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 1''

Opal East of Ruby 2''

Sapphire North of Jade 1''

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 3:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 12 (twelve) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 1''

Opal East of Ruby 2''

Sapphire North of Jade 1''

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 2:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 10 (ten) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 1''

Opal East of Ruby 1''

Sapphire North of Jade 1''

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 1:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 9 (nine) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 1''

Opal East of Ruby 2''

Sapphire North of Jade 1''

Pumps Update - 06/24 at 12:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 7 (seven) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 2''

Opal East of Ruby 4''

Sapphire North of Jade 1''

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 11:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 7 (seven) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 1''

Opal East of Ruby 2''

Sapphire North of Jade 1''

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 10:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 4 (four) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 10 ft.

Opal East of Ruby 2 1/2 ft.

Sapphire North of Jade 2''

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 9:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 4 (four) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Emerald South of Opal 8 1/2 ft.

Opal East of Ruby 8"

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 8:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 7 (seven) inches from prior hour

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 7:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded 10 (ten) inches from prior hour

Following streets have receded from depth:

Agassi 25"

Mac at Del Oro 24.5"

Steffy 22"

Del Oro at Steffy 21 3/4'

Emerald South of Opal 18"

Opal East of Ruby 6"

Mac at Las Brisas 8 3/4"

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 6:00 p.m.

Las Brisas receded four (4) inches since 4 pm.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 5:00 p.m.

Las Brisas no change from last hour.

Centerpoint no change from last hour.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 4:00 p.m.

Centerpoint receded one (1) inch.

Las Brisas 10 inches have gone down since 10 a.m.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 2:00 p.m.

Las Brisas no change from last hour.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 1:00 p.m.

Las Brisas water level has been receded less than a foot.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 12:00 p.m.

Las Brisas no change from last hour.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 11:00 a.m.

Las Brisas receded 1 foot from last hour.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 10:00 a.m.

Las Brisas no change from last hour.

Borg Street with an approximately 2 1/2 feet of water.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 9:00 a.m.

Las Brisas no change from last hour.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 8:00 a.m.

Las Brisas less than an inch from the last hour.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 7:00 a.m.

Pump 2 - floodwater levels noted minimum changes since the last post.

Las Brisas and Center Point Subdivision noted minimum changes in the last hour.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 6:00 a.m.

Pump 2 - floodwater levels dropped about 4" in the last hour.

Las Brisas Subdivision dropped about 1" in the last hour.

Center Point Subdivision noted minimum change since the last post.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 5:00 a.m.

Pump 2 - floodwater levels noted minimum change in the last hour.

Las Brisas and Center Point Subdivisions noted minimum change in the last hour. We will continue providing updates on these locations.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 4:00 a.m.

Pump 2 - floodwater levels noted minimum change from the last post.

Las Brisas and Center Point Subdivisions noted minimum change in the last hour. We will continue providing updates on these locations.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 3:00 a.m.

Pump 2 - floodwater levels dropped 2-3 inches in the last hour.

Las Brisas and Center Point Subdivisions noted minimum change from the last post.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 2:00 a.m.

Pump 2 floodwater levels dropped about 3" in the last hour.

Las Brisas Subdivision noted minimum change from the last post.

Center Point Subdivision noted minimum change from the last post.

We will keep an eye on these locations throughout the night.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 1:00 a.m.

Pump 2 - floodwater levels noted minimum change from the last post.

Las Brisas - floodwater levels dropped to just 1" in the first block, but remains approximately 3-4 feet at the back of the Subdivision.

Center Point Subdivision noted minimum change from the last post. We will keep an eye on these locations throughout the night.

Pumps Update - 06/23 at 12:00 a.m.

Pump 2 - floodwater levels dropped
about one foot since the last post.

Las Brisas Subdivision floodwater levels dropped about an inch in the last hour.

Center Point Subdivision noted minimum change from the last post.

Pumps Update - 06/22 at 11:00 p.m.

Pump 2 - flood water levels noted minimum change from the last post. We will keep an eye on the location throughout the night.

Las Brisas & Center Point Subdivisions noted minimum change from the last post. We will keep an eye on these locations throughout the night.

Pumps Update - 06/22 at 10:00 p.m.

Pump 2 - floodwater levels dropped
about two inches in the last two hours.

Las Brisas Subdivision
floodwater levels dropped 1-2 inches in the last two hours.

Pumps Update - 06/22 at 8:00 p.m.

Pump 2 - floodwater levels dropped about three feet since yesterday

Pumps Update - 06/22 at 7:00 p.m.

Center Point Subdivision floodwater levels dropped to just 4" in the first two blocks, but remains approximately 3-5 feet at the back of the subdivision on Opal Drive.

Original Post: Pumps Update - 06/22 at 6:00 p.m.

Since Wednesday morning, four industrial-sized water pumps have been deployed across the City, staged to facilitate drainage at key locations.

There are three 12" pumps and one 24" pump, all manned 24-hours a day by City crews; additional water pumps have been requested from the State of Texas.

Follow this webpage and social media for updates.

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From the Mayor

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JUN 24, 2018

Governor Abbott called last night and assured me he will continue to do everything he can do to help get funding to rebuild and improve our drainage system. I told him we need immediate assistance de-watering in order to help our homeowners preserve their life investment; he assured me more pumps are on their way. I advised him that as we initiate our recovery, we will need help in cleaning up; he said trucks and mosquito sprayers are also on their way to supplement our fleet. I am devastated by the sight of so much destruction in this community where I was raised, where I raise my own children. But I am reminded why I call this home as I see so much generosity, with the people of Weslaco taking care of each other. May God bless us as we learn and as we heal from this natural disaster.

David Suarez, Mayor of the City of Weslaco

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Relief Activities - updated 07/09 at 10:45 a.m.

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JUL 7, 2018

Scroll down for list. Please monitor for updates:
Who	What	When	Where	Contact
Hotline	Assistance-Clean up	Individual home muck out, repair	various relief organizations	1-800-451-1954
Agency on Aging	Assistance-Elderly Clean up	Senior Citizen home muck out, repair	ages 60 and over	682-3481
First Presbyterian	Clothing	Clothing at First Presbyterian: Tuesday July 3, 4 - 7 p.m. Thursday July 5, 3 - 6 p.m. Friday July 6, 3 - 6 p.m. Saturday July 7, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday July 8, 2 - 5 p.m.	706 S. Iowa	church building

The following organizations have registered with the Weslaco Emergency Operations Center and are presently staging their relief activities: Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, Team Rubicon, Salvation Army, Samaritan's Purse, Church of Christ Disaster Recovery, Texas Baptist Men, Red Cross, and First Presbyterian Church. This page will be updated as they deploy their services; to register for assistance, contact 211. To sign up to donate or volunteer, contact Arnold Becho, donor liaison to the emergency operations center, at 956-968-4533.

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Possible Rains - as of 07/05/18

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JUL 5, 2018

Yesterday we monitored the weather all day for possible rain. The City did the following:

1. Yesterday, July 4, 2018 at 2:15 p.m. instruction was given to our Public Works Department and Parks Department to deploy the three 12-inch pumps along the levees where Weslaco drains.
2. We checked all ditches to insure we did not have any major debris in the ditches that would restrict flow.
3. The week before we had the City of Austin in town cleaning sewer lines, manholes, lift stations and key inlets to insure they were cleaned.
4. We contacted the Hidalgo County Drainage District and they put their crews on standby and checked their pumps for possible deployment.
5. We had sand delivered to the City Hall parking lot and bags will be handed out to citizens.
6. All employees will be on standby until these rains pass.

We will be posting daily what the City of Weslaco is doing to address picking up debris and preparing for further rains.

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FEMA Individual Assistance Program Activated

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No Contact Information available.

JUL 6, 2018

The FEMA Individual Assistance program now is activated:
Individuals and business owners who sustained losses in the designated area can begin applying for assistance by registering online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362).

From the Office of Governor Abbott:

President Donald Trump and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) today granted Governor Greg Abbott's federal disaster request for Individual Assistance for Cameron and Hidalgo Counties following recent severe weather and flooding. The Governor requested this assistance following his visit to the Emergency Operations Center in Edinburg, Texas where he received a briefing from local officials on the flooding and ongoing response and recovery efforts.

"I thank the President and his Administration for their swift response to aid Texans in the Rio Grande Valley as they continue to recover from these devastating floods," said Governor Abbott. "Going forward, the State of Texas will continue to work with local leaders to ensure the needs of those affected by the floods are being met."

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(800) 659-2955
disastercustomerservice@sba.gov

SBA to Open Business Recovery Center in Weslaco to Help Businesses Impacted by Severe Storms and Flooding

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JUL 10, 2018

The U.S Small Business Administration today announced the opening of an SBA Business Recovery Center (BRC) in Weslaco to provide a wide range of services to businesses impacted by the severe storms and flooding that occurred beginning June 19. The center will open as indicated below.

“Due to the severe property damage and economic losses these storms inflicted on Texas businesses, we want to provide every available service to help get them back on their feet,” said SBA’s Director Tanya N. Garfield of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Disaster Field Operations Center-West. “The center will provide a one-stop location for businesses to access a variety of specialized help. SBA customer service representatives and Small Business Development Center counselors will be available to meet individually with each business owner,” she added. No appointment is necessary. All services are provided free of charge.

HIDALGO COUNTY
Business Recovery Center
Valley Metro Regional Transit Center
510 S. Pleasantview Dr.
Weslaco, TX 78596
Opens 8 a.m. Thurs., July 12
Mondays - Fridays, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

“SBA customer service representatives will meet with each business owner to explain how an SBA disaster loan can help finance their recovery. They will answer questions about SBA’s disaster loan program, explain the application process and help each business owner complete their electronic loan application,” Garfield said. According to Garfield, businesses of any size and private, nonprofit organizations may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets. These loans cover losses that are not fully covered by insurance or other recoveries.

For small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture, and most private, nonprofit organizations of any size, SBA offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans to help meet working capital needs caused by the disaster. Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance is available regardless of whether the business suffered any property damage.

For business owners who are unable to visit the business recovery center, they may apply online using SBA’s secure website at https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela.

SBA representatives also continue to meet with business owners and residents at disaster recovery centers located throughout the impacted area. For a list of locations, or to receive additional disaster assistance information, visit SBA’s website at www.sba.gov/disaster. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information. Individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing may call (800) 877-8339. Completed applications should be mailed to U.S. Small Business Administration, Processing and Disbursement Center, 14925 Kingsport Road, Fort Worth, TX 76155.

The deadline to apply for property damage is Sept. 4, 2018. The deadline to apply for economic injury is April 8, 2019.

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About the U.S. Small Business Administration
The U.S. Small Business Administration makes the American dream of business ownership a reality. As the only go-to resource and voice for small businesses backed by the strength of the federal government, the SBA empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources and support they need to start, grow or expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. To learn more, visit www.sba.gov.

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1-800-621-3362
http://www.disasterassistance.gov/

FEMA Guidance for Finding Assistance after the Disaster

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JUL 16, 2018

Are you a Texas homeowner or renter whose home is damaged or uninhabitable because of recent severe storms and floods? Resources are available to help get you on the road to recovery.

Do you have insurance?
If you have a homeowner’s or flood insurance policy, contact your insurance company and file a claim first.

If your home IS safe, sanitary, and secure:
You can check to see if you are eligible for disaster assistance from other Federal, state, and voluntary organizations by visiting https://www.disasterassistance.gov/get-assistance/find-assistance. This tool can help you identify available resources in your community.

If your home is NOT safe, sanitary, or secure:
Visit www.disasterassistance.gov, or call 1-800-621-3362 to assess your needs and to find out what federal assistance may be available to you. If you use TTY, call 800-462-7585. If you use 711 or Video Relay Service (VRS), call 800-621-3362.

Although FEMA cannot make you whole, it may help your recovery move forward by providing grants for basic repairs to make your home safe, sanitary and secure. FEMA assistance may also provide temporary help with a place for you and your family to stay while you build your own recovery plan.

Apply for a low-interest disaster loan:
If you were referred to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) after applying with FEMA. The SBA may contact you with information about low-interest disaster loans for homeowners and renters after you apply for FEMA help. There’s no obligation to accept a loan offer, but you’ll miss out on the largest source of federal disaster recovery funds for survivors if you don’t complete an application.

Information about low-interest SBA disaster loans and application forms are available online at SBA.gov/disaster. You may also call 800-659-2955 or email DisasterCustomerService@sba.gov. If you use TTY, call 800-877-8339.

Ask Questions in Person:
You can also visit Disaster Recovery Center and apply for FEMA assistance and an SBA loan in person. Disaster Recovery Centers are located at the following locations:

DRC 1
Hidalgo County
City of Weslaco Economic Development Center
275 South Kansas Ave
Weslaco, TX 78596
7/17/18 1:00 pm

DRC 2
Hidalgo County
City of Mission Social Event Center
155 South Mayberry Road
Mission, TX 78572
7/18/18 1:00 pm

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(FEMA): 1-800-621-3362 / (VOAD): 1-800-451-1954
https://www.disasterassistance.gov/

Notice from Texas General Land Office regarding FEMA

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JUL 20, 2018

The Texas General Land Office (GLO)
works to rebuild communities, to put Texans back in their homes and to help
businesses recover after the trauma of disaster. As your residents begin their
recovery from the June 2018 flood, the information below may be useful to your
constituents.

The first step in the recovery
process is for households with insurance to contact their insurance providers
and inquire whether they are eligible for assistance. Households should then
register with the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The person
registering the household must have a social security number but does not need
to be the traditional “head of the household.”

There are three ways to register
with FEMA: call 1.800.621.FEMA (3362), use the FEMA app and click on the button
titled “Disaster Resources,” or go online to https://www.disasterassistance.gov/.
Only one person per household should register, and he or she should register
only one time per disaster.

Once registered, FEMA will contact
the household and arrange an inspection to verify the loss from the flood
event. Next, the household will be notified about any assistance for which they
qualify through the FEMA Individual Assistance and Household Program (IHP).

The IHP program offers several forms
of assistance:

Rental Assistance – FEMA may provide financial assistance to pre-disaster homeowners or
renters to rent temporary housing.
Continued Rental Assistance – FEMA may provide continued rental assistance for
eligible households when adequate alternate housing is not available.
Home Repair Assistance – FEMA may provide financial assistance to repair an
owner-occupied primary residence, for utilities, and for residential
infrastructure, including damaged private access routes. These funds must
be used only on the repair of real property components, including without
limitation, the foundation, walls, roof, windows, cabinetry, HVAC, utility
systems, etc.
Other Needs Assistance (ONA) – disaster related funeral, medical, dental, and
childcare expense (non-SBA application dependent items), and disaster
related personal property, moving and storage, and transportation
assistance (SBA application dependent).

In addition to IHP assistance, Small
Business Administration (SBA) loans may be available to households in counties
(and contiguous counties) declared eligible for individual assistance. To
maximize and expedite available assistance, households should apply for an SBA
loan even if they do not believe they qualify.

Finally, voluntary organizations are
available to assist households with muck-outs, debris clearing, and donated
resources and goods. Households can call the Voluntary Organizations Active in
Disaster (VOAD) help request line at 1.800.451.1954.

Boil Water Notice Lifted

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956-969-2833

SEP 11, 2018

Update 09/11/18 at 11:45 am:

Boil
Water Notice is lifted. Lab results were negative. Water was safe to drink.

Update 09/10/18 at 12 noon: Boil water notice remains in effect. State-certified labs were closed yesterday; however, samples were submitted this morning. Please continue to refrain from consuming (drinking) tap water. Update expected tomorrow morning.

Due to water line break at the City of Weslaco Water Plant, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has required the 1080011 public water system to notify all customers to boil their water prior to consumption (e.g., washing hands/face, brushing teeth, drinking, etc). Children, seniors, and persons with weakened immune systems are particularly vulnerable to harmful bacteria, and all customers should follow these directions:

To ensure destruction of all harmful bacteria and other microbes, water for drinking, cooking, and ice making should be boiled and cooled prior to use for drinking water or human consumption purposes. The water should be brought to a vigorous rolling boil and then boiled for two minutes.

In lieu of boiling, individuals may purchase bottled water or obtain water from some other suitable source for drinking water or human consumption purposes.

When it is no longer necessary to boil the water, the public water system officials will notify customers that the water is safe for drinking water or human consumption purposes.

Once the boil water notice is no longer in effect, the public water system will issue a notice to customers that rescinds the boil water notice in a manner similar to this notice.

Please share this information with all the other people who drink this water, especially those who may not have received this notice directly (for example, people in apartments, nursing homes, schools, and businesses). You can do this by posting this notice in a public place or distributing copies by hand or mail.

If you have questions concerning this matter, you may contact George Quilantan at 2500 North Texas Blvd., Weslaco Texas 78596, 956-968-2833.

Aviso de Hervir Agua para Sistemas Públicos Comunitarios de Agua
9-9-18

Debido a Ruptura de línea de agua en la planta de agua de la Ciudad de Weslaco, la Comisión de Calidad Ambiental de Texas ha requerido que el sistema público de agua 1080011 notifique a todos los clientes que hiervan el agua antes del consumo (p. ej., lavarse la cara y las manos, cepillarse los dientes, beber, etc.). Los niños, las personas mayores y las personas con un sistema inmunológico debilitado son particularmente vulnerables a bacterias dañinas y todos los clientes deberían seguir estas instrucciones.

Para asegurar la destrucción de todas las bacterias y otros microbios dañinos, el agua para beber, cocinar y hacer hielo debe ser hervida (y enfriada) antes de su uso como agua potable o para otros fines de consumo humano. El agua debe llevarse a una ebullición vigorosa y luego hervirse por dos minutos.

En lugar de hervir, las personas pueden comprar agua embotellada u obtener agua de alguna otra fuente adecuada para beber u otros fines de consumo humano.

Cuando ya no sea necesario hervir el agua, los funcionarios del sistema público de agua notificarán a los clientes que el agua es segura para beber u otros fines de consumo humano.

Una vez que el aviso de hervir el agua ya no esté en vigencia, el sistema público de agua emitirá un aviso a sus clientes rescindiendo el aviso de hervir el agua en una manera parecida al presente aviso.

Sírvase compartir esta información con todas las otras personas que beben esta agua, especialmente aquellas que quizás no hayan recibido este aviso directamente (por ejemplo, personas en departamentos, hogares de ancianos, escuelas y negocios). Puede hacerlo colgando este aviso en un lugar público o repartiendo copias a mano o por correo.

Si usted tiene preguntas sobre este asunto, puede contactar a Gerorge Quilantan, 2500 N. Texas Weslaco, Texas, 956-968-2833.

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Mosquito Spraying

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SEP 18, 2018

Update: (9/18)

As of yesterday morning, Vector Control started with larvicide treatments City-wide, emphasizing areas with standing water. Adulticide treatments by mosquito-spraying started last night; the mounted truck will circulate the city on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights, when the winds are the calmest and the mosquitoes most active. Protect yourself by dumping any standing water and wearing long-sleeves and repellent.

Vector control started with larvicide treatments this morning City-wide, emphasizing areas with standing water. Adulticide treatments by mosquito-spraying start tonight; the mounted truck will circulate the city on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday nights, when the winds are the calmest and the mosquitoes most active. Protect yourself by dumping any standing water and wearing long-sleeves and repellant.

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