Baytonians Brace for Dean as Rita Echoes Spur Evacuation Talks
Residents weigh leaving Baytown and surrounding areas amid Dean threats recalling Rita 2005. Citizens plan early departures, stock up on essentials, and track storm progress while officials mobilize resources, suspend road work, and prepare shelters and fuel supplies. Authorities warn evacuation decisions will hinge on storm track and danger zone.
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Mexico
Texas
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Edinburg
Texas Youth Commission
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Rick Perry
Gulf
Quilt Guild Reschedules Live Auction For 27 Quilts
The Baytown Quilt Guild postponed its live auction after low bidder turnout. Past president Lisa Green and co chair Darsie Gillum will announce a new date for the auction of 27 quilts, with updated details to follow. The guild meets monthly at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church. contact 281-424-9966 or visit baytownareaquiltguild.com for information.
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Darsie Gillum
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Miracle baby Tyler Bryan Long born weighing 2.1 pounds
Tyler Bryan Long arrived March 17, 2007 weighing 2.1 pounds. Now 9.5 pounds, he is celebrated as a miracle, with proud Keith and Randy Long of Baytown among the parents. Grandparents Larry and Irene Long, Richard Crain, and Starla Williams, all of Baytown, and great grandmother Antoinette Crain of Baytown.
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Tyler
Keith
Randy Long
Baytown
Larry
Irene Long
Richard Crain
Starla Williams
Antoinette Crain
Tips on Preparing for a Hurricane
The National Hurricane Center offers practical guidance for hurricane prep. Secure impact shutters over windows, assess hazards and home vulnerability to surge and flooding, designate safe areas, post emergency numbers, stock nonperishable supplies for three to seven days, ensure full gas tanks, plan escape routes, and take disaster preparedness courses.
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