Update from The Facts

Angleton mayor orders mandatory evacuation

Angleton Mayor Matt Sebesta has ordered a mandatory evacuation for the city at 6 p.m. Wednesday.

“People need to be out of town no later than noon Thursday,” Sebesta said.
Angleton Police Lt. Mike Jones, the city’s emergency management coordinator, said people do not need to wait until the evacuation goes into effect. County officials said trailers will not be restricted on evacuation routes.

Hurricane Rita is currently a Category 4 storm and is expected to make landfall between midnight and 3 a.m. Saturday. Further strengthening is possible.

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I received an update yesterday from the Facts indicating that Judge John Willy had ordered an evacuation of most of the county. I did wonder if a judge really had the authority to do that (anyone know?), and have since received conflicting info as to whether that declaration was mandatory or voluntary.

Lots of folks inquiring about my family, and I thank you all.