Escalation

Polk County, Texas is bracing for the impact of Tropical Storm Beryl, which is predicted to escalate into a hurricane as it approaches the Texas coastline. In anticipation of the severe weather threat, a disaster declaration was signed by County Judge Sydney Murphy on Saturday. The proclamation comes as Beryl is tracked moving toward the area with increasing strength, expected to hit early Monday, July 8, 2024. This preemptive measure aims to prepare and protect the community which is still recuperating from previous storm damages earlier in April. According to the declaration, Beryl is likely … Read more