Mayor Roger Van Horn
Nacogdoches Mayor Roger Van Horn has proclaimed March 14-18 as Flood Awareness Week in the City of Nacogdoches. This proclamation is in conjunction with National Flood Awareness Week.
The week is designed to remind the public about the forces of running water and the danger of attempting to cross it. Flash flooding can occur during or immediately after a thunderstorm or heavy rainfall.
“Everyone should remember if you encounter high water running across a roadway, you should never attempt to cross it. This should be the rule, no matter if you are walking or driving”, said Sgt. Greg Sowell, Public Information Officer for Emergency Management. “The slogan “Turn Around-Don’t Drown” certainly applies”.
For more information on flash flooding and National Flood Awareness Week, go to http://www.txdps.state.tx.us/dem/pages/floodSafetyAwareness.htm
