Press Releases 07
Warden Notice: Hurricane Dean in Yucatan and Approaching
Central/North Mexico
August 21, 2007 - The U.S. Mission in Mexico issued an updated
warden notice advising U.S. citizens of the impending arrival
of Hurricane Dean to the central or northern region of Mexico.
Jeff Galvin, Deputy Press Attaché of the U.S. Embassy, recorded
an abridged version of said Warden Notice. Please click
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Full text of the Warden Notice
This is the text of the audio file:
This is a warden notice for American citizens.
The U.S. Embassy strongly recommends that U.S. citizens in
Tamaulipas and Veracruz prepare themselves for the possibility
of hurricane Dean’s landfall in those areas on Wednesday.
The hurricane is expected to strengthen as it enters the Gulf
of Mexico and may result in strong storm surges and flooding
in the Bay of Campeche. Areas inland can expect flooding,
strong winds and landslides. Follow the path of the storm
closely and seek appropriate shelter or depart for a safer
area at least 24 hours before the hurricane is predicted to
hit.
Citizens who plan to remain despite the approaching hurricane
should identify their local hurricane shelter, monitor local
media reports, and follow the instructions of local emergency
officials. In some areas, adequate shelter from a severe hurricane
may not be available to all who may choose to stay. Visitors
should review and follow their hotel or cruise ship evacuation
plans.
Citizens who plan to travel to Texas to avoid the hurricane
should consult the web site of the Texas Department of Transportation
for important information on evacuation routes and other critical
matters. That site is: http://www.dot.state.tx.us.
U.S. citizens should carry their Passports or secure them
in a safe, waterproof location. Please contact friends and
family in the United States with updates on your whereabouts.
American consular officials are in the area and coordinating
with Mexican officials to provide emergency assistance to
American citizens. American citizens can contact the U.S.
Embassy in Mexico City 24 hours a day at (01 55)-5080-2000.
American citizens can also contact the Hurricane Dean Task
Force in Washington at 1-202-647-6611.
Please stay posted for future warden messages. Thank you
and stay safe
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