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Galveston will allow residents & business owners in starting Wednesday

Posted by: Greg Enos
September 20, 2008
Topic: 2008: The Latest News

Galveston Mayor Lyda Ann Thomas has announced a re-entry advisory for all Galveston residents and business owners. Beginning Wednesday, September 24, 2008, 6:00 a.m. all residents will be able to re-enter Galveston Island. You must show photo identification that verifies your Galveston address or place of business at all manned checkpoints. The City of Galveston will distribute advisories as returning residents and business owners enter the island.

Areas Located Behind the Seawall East of 103^rd Street/Cove View Lane:
All residents and business owners may re-enter the City of Galveston, assess the damage to their property, and determine if they wish to remain in the city. Very limited water, sewer, natural gas, and electric services have been restored to areas behind the Seawall.

Areas Not Located Behind the Seawall West of 103^rd Street/Cove View Lane:
All west end residents/businesses may re-enter the City of Galveston, assess the damage to their property, gather important belongings, and then leave the city to return to safe and more secure locations no later than 6:00 p.m. Water, sewer, natural gas, and electric services have not been restored to areas West of Seawall therefore sanitary living conditions are not available at this time.
Current Conditions in Galveston

No medical facilities are available
Limited water, sewer, electricity, or natural gas service
A boil water notice remains in effect until further notice
Mandated water conservation program in effect island-wide
Limited retail services available including fuel, food, water, auto, pharmacies, etc.
Curfew strictly enforced: 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Violators subject to $2,000 fine.
Limited cell phone coverage