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Here is the latest update on @CityOfDallas operations from @DallasOEM (THREAD):
The @KBHCCDallas opened a warming center yesterday (2/15) at about 7 p.m. Since then, about 16 residents have used the facility to warm up.
The @KBHCCDallas opened a warming center yesterday (2/15) at about 7 p.m. Since then, about 16 residents have used the facility to warm up.
The numbers of residents using the facility are expected to increase tonight. The site is open 24/7 with tables, chairs, light snacks, drinks and WiFi.
. @KBHCCDallas also has been operating an inclement weather shelter for persons experiencing unsheltered homelessness. The shelter was originally planned for 300. But last night, about 700 guests were present. We expect 1,000 tonight.
We have ample capacity to expand further, if needed, while still maintaining social distancing.
OEM also identified rec centers and libraries to be used as warming centers but is waiting for Oncor to confirm facilities will be exempt from the power outages.
OEM also identified rec centers and libraries to be used as warming centers but is waiting for Oncor to confirm facilities will be exempt from the power outages.
For now, the City is contracting with a private coach bus vendor and staging a limited number of buses around the city to help provide residents with some relief from the cold.
@DallasFireRes_q has 8–10 fire stations without power and heat. The call volume is high with regular calls, broken pipes, and welfare checks.
Public Works has had crews working to clear the streets since Saturday (2/13). They are running 24/7 in 12-hour shifts.
COVID-19 delivery and distribution will likely resume Monday and Tuesday of next week for first doses. Second doses will tentatively start on Wednesday.
. @DallasPD has sent officers to blackout areas for added presence. Residents should only call 911 for emergencies and not for power outages.
DWU water delivery and water treatment are currently stable, but if the outages continue, operations could be very challenging. Distribution and meter groups are seeing an uptick in pipe breaks.
The Transportation Department has reported that more than 20 traffic signals are out or on flash.
ITS is working with City departments to keep network connectivity through the power outages. Some vendors are experiencing outages that impact ITS. Technicians may not be able to make a service call due to road conditions.
Sanitation is anticipating returning to operations on Thursday, (2/18) and working through the weekend to catch up on their schedule.
