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American Red Cross Cleanup Kits Delayed; Expected Next Weekend

March 19, 2016 - American Red Cross cleanup kits which were to be distributed today March 19, 2016 have been diverted to other areas according to Joaquin Mayor Bill Baker.

Lauren Hovey with Community Christian Services has been taking information from flood victims this morning who are in need of the kits from those who arrived at the Joaquin Volunteer Fire Department. The kits are now projected to arrived next weekend March 26, 2016.

More information will be provided on the kits as the delivery approaches.

District Attorneys Office Files Seven Cases on Information

March 18, 2016 - Several cases were filed on information by the Shelby County District Attorney's office on March 14 and 17, 2016. Those cases are as follows:

Terry Gene Burch, possession of a controlled substance, third degree felony. The information alleges on February 19, 2016 Burch was in possession of methamphetamine in an amount of one gram or more but less than four grams.

County Ratifies Disaster Declaration, Makes Dumpsters Available for Debris

March 17, 2016 - The Shelby County Commissioners ratified the recent disaster declaration issued by Shelby County Judge Allison Harbison and approved dupmsters to assist Precinct 3 with cleanup.

"I can declare the disaster, but within seven days we have to ratify for it to continue on, so that is what the meeting is primarily for," said Judge Harbison.

Judge Harbison noted Shelby County has been added to the governor's disaster proclamation for the state, with three additional counties also being added.

Local Authorities Highly Discourage Boat Traffic in Joaquin Area

March 13, 2016 - Due to weather conditions, traffic along certain areas of the Sabine River is highly discouraged. According to Nathan Skeen, Texas Game Warden, local authorities highly discourage boat traffic between U.S. Highway 84 boat ramp and Swede Johnson Boat Ramp/Lovick's Landing. Hazardous wake and wash could occur and boaters can be held liable, both criminally and civilly for damages

Patrols have been increased in this area by game wardens and Shelby County Sheriff's Deputies to ensure the safety of those in the area in efforts to prevent loss of life.

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