Tuesday, August 29, 2006

Topical Storm Ernesto - Update #3


Dear Residents of Lauderhill,

The following is an update:

Lauderhill Residents – Update on Pre and Post Storm Preparations – PR #4

A Hurricane Watch and Tropical Storm Warning is in affect for The City of Lauderhill. Lauderhill’s Emergency Operation Center is fully activated and the Emergency Management Team is monitoring the situation. Conditions are expected to deteriorate as the day progresses and throughout the evening into Wednesday morning. Conditions will include winds and heavy rain. Flooding may occur and residents are advised to stay indoors.

Lauderhill Residents should stay tuned to hurricane reports on both Lauderhill’s radio station WQFF 1650 AM, and Broward County’s Official Emergency Information Station, WIOD 610 AM radio. NBC6 can also be heard on 87.7 FM. You can also log on to www.lauderhill-fl.gov or call the Broward County Hotline at (954) 831-4000 for more information.

Lauderhill’s City Hall and all City facilities including the parks will be closed on Wednesday the 30th of August 2006. Transportation and Community Shuttles will not be in service either.
Waste Management and All Service Refuse Services will continue normal garbage pick-ups as conditions permit on Tuesday, the 29th of August. Services will cease on Wednesday, the 30th of August. Waste Management customers will have a make up day on Saturday, the 2nd of September. Do not leave any garbage for pick up outside, effective immediately.

Broward County Schools and Government will remain closed on Wednesday as well.
The Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport will shut down at 7 PM tonight.

Very Truly Yours,

Richard J. Kaplan
Mayor, City of Lauderhill

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