Emergency Preparedness
Summary
Waco is expecting a huge crowd for the upcoming solar eclipse, but city officials have a game plan to keep everything from gridlocking. It’s going to be busy, but the city says they’ve got the logistics covered to keep things moving.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 4
Impact analysis
Expect a nice boost for local businesses, though you might pay a premium for gas or food while the crowds are in town.
Local shops, restaurants, and hotels stand to make a killing while the city gets a nice spotlight.
Commuters and locals trying to get around town are going to deal with some serious traffic headaches.
Mentions & discussions (8)
Baby Boxes on Waco's radar for future fire stations
Interest from community members has prompted the city of Waco to weigh Safe Haven Baby Boxes for future fire stations, allowing parents to surrender newborns without face-to-face contact with firefighters.
Waco Fire to evaluate new thermal imaging technology in $400K pilot
Waco firefighters soon will implement a new thermal imaging augmented reality system not yet available to the general public.
Waco Fire Department adds new tiller and rescue trucks to its fleet
Waco Fire is adding two new trucks to its fleet, including a tiller designed to help crews navigate tighter streets.
Waco-area schools see continued gap in state security requirements, funding
In the three years since the state Legislature required public school districts to staff armed personnel on each campus, Waco Independent School District has asked for waivers from full implementation.
City of Waco Offices to remain closed Tuesday - KWKT
City of Waco Offices to remain closed Tuesday KWKT - FOX 44
Waco opens Dewey Community Center as warming center
Waco opens Dewey Community Center as warming center kcentv.com
'This will not be armageddon': McLennan County Emergency Management prepares Waco for Solar Eclipse
'This will not be armageddon': McLennan County Emergency Management prepares Waco for Solar Eclipse KXXV
Elm Mott Fire working to become McLennan County’s first Emergency Services District
Elm Mott Fire working to become McLennan County’s first Emergency Services District KWTX
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