Voluntary evacuation for Galveston west end [Video]

GALVESTON, Texas – Galveston has issued a voluntary evacuation for the island’s west end ahead of Tropical Storm Beryl reaching the Texas coast.

Officials say the west end is under a storm surge warning from the National Weather Service.

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“While officials feel the chances of tides above five feet are currently very remote, tides above that level could prevent travel on major roads and make it difficult for the city to respond to emergencies,” the city said in a press release.

City Manager Brian Maxwell says the mayor signed the order “out of an abundance of caution.”

The order for residents and visitors west of 103rd Street not protected by the Seawall is effective beginning at 10 a.m. Sunday.

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