Disaster Alert
Washington DC/Maryland/Virginia – Severe storms caused power outages to over 300,000 residents within the Washington Metropolitan Area on Sunday.
The ARC of the National Capital Region Chapter deployed workers to support three county-run shelters for residents within the affected area.
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Disaster Alert
Texas – Thunderstorms that affected many areas throughout the state closed roads, damaged structures and caused power outages to thousands of residents on Thursday.
The South Plains Chapter deployed a Disaster Action Team (DAT) and opened a warming center for local residents.
The Chisholm Trail Chapter deployed DAT and opened a shelter for stranded travelers and affected-area residents.
All of the other regional grouping had shelters and staff on stand by and were ready to respond as needed.
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Guam – Severe Weather Based on the current forecast track, TS 18W would make landfall on Guam early Wednesday morning (EDT) September 30th. A Tropical Storm Watch remains in effect for Guam and Rota. Guam continues to be at Condition of Readiness (COR) 3, which means damaging winds of 39-57 mph are expected within the next 24 hours.
The Guam Red Cross Chapter has identified volunteers and resources in preparation for the storm. The chapter continues communication with government officials.
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Alabama – Flooding due to heavy downpours caused road closures across the state. The Wiregrass Area Chapter opened 5 shelters and the Alabama Gulf Coast Chapter deployed a Disaster Action Team and provided client services to the affected families.
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