(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 31, 2015) As the terrible tornado began to develop just a few days ago, it became evident that my family was in its direct path. I was watching the weather report on the television news and the giant twister was actually on the ground approximately a mile from them. This was […]
(ROWLETT, TX – Dec. 31, 2015) The City of Rowlett has announced that DART is now offering free bus shuttle service to-and-from the Joint Disaster Management Resource Center for residents affected by the tornado. Buses will run from Herfurth Elementary School, located on Miller at Chiesa, daily from 9:30am until 6:30pm. The Cities of Rowlett and […]
Website and Phone Bank Set Up to Help Identify Victims and their Needs (GARLAND ISD, TX – Dec. 30, 2015) As Garland ISD prepares to kick off its spring semester, the district wants to ensure all students and staff are able to return to school and work. Estimates show upwards of 3,500 from GISD may […]
(Dec. 29, 2015) After the tornados that tore through North East Texas Saturday night, many community members are left without homes, supplies, or transportation. Several organizations are providing disaster relief to the victims and volunteer opportunities to those who want to help. Supplies Church in the City canceled their regular services Sunday morning to assist […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 29, 2015) First responders of the Rowlett and Rockwall communities continue to band together to help the victims of a devastating EF4-classified tornado that ripped through Garland, Rowlett and Sunnyvale on Saturday night. In wake of the destructive storm which blew through the night after Christmas and left several homes, businesses […]
(ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – Dec. 29, 2015) Many of our neighbors suffered significant loss and damage by the large tornado Saturday, December 26th. Helping Hands is collaborating with the Rockwall County Emergency Management team to support our neighbors in need by helping to provide personal essentials such as clothing, toiletries, temporary housing and food. If […]
(AUSTIN, TX – Dec. 29, 2015) The State Bar of Texas legal hotline — (800) 504-7030 — is available to help connect victims of the December 26 North Texas tornadoes with legal aid providers in their area. The toll-free hotline — answered in English and Spanish — is designed to connect low-income people with local legal […]
(ROWLETT, TX – Dec. 28, 2015 – 1:15pm) The City of Rowlett is in “recovery mode”. Crews with heavy machinery are removing debris and vehicles from streets and rights-of-way. Currently, the areas labeled 242 and 244 on this map are completely closed to the public. Only residents already in their homes in these areas will be allowed […]
(ROCKWALL, TX – Dec. 28, 2015) In the wake of this past weekend’s severe weather, the Dallas Builders Association offers guidance aimed at preventing storm victims from incurring further damage from unscrupulous contractors. “Losses due to fraud are one of the untold costs associated with disasters,” said Dallas BA Executive Officer Phil Crone. “It is […]
(ROWLETT, TX – Dec. 28, 2015) Rowlett City Manager Brian Funderburk has provided this 12-28-2015 morning update: As you know, Rowlett was hit by a large tornado on Saturday, December 26. The National Weather Service has classified the tornado as an EF3. Based on assessments made by ground personnel, damage is significant and our hearts […]