90-Second Outdoor Siren Tests Begin in January
Richardson’s monthly outdoor warning siren tests will increase from 30 seconds to 90 seconds in length starting Jan. 5, with the goal of having three-minute monthly tests starting in July.
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Tag: Tornado
As tornado’s first anniversary approaches, much progress has been made
Many families in Richardson are working to get back on their feet and into their homes after a tornado damaged or destroyed structures in its path one year ago this month.
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Network a key partner in disaster recovery
In 2016, City leaders posed a question to local nonprofit Network of Community Ministries: If the City ever faces a disaster, could Network help with recovery efforts after the City’s initial emergency response?
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Progress made, but work remains on storm recovery
For people in southeast Richardson, the impact of the tornado is still evidenced by the remains of destroyed homes, missing trees and debris left on properties still waiting for insurance claims to be settled.
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Community’s response is the Richardson Way
There are many reasons people enjoy Richardson as a place to live and/or work—including good schools, from preschool through college; plentiful parks and green spaces; top-notch City services and programs; and a multicultural atmosphere with a wide variety of businesses, restaurants and faiths. The recent October storms reminded residents of another Richardson advantage—it provides a small-town sense of community amidst one of the largest urban/suburban areas in the nation.
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City Council is updated on tornado recovery efforts
The City Council was briefed last month on the City’s efforts to recover from the Oct. 20 tornado. The initial rounds of storm debris removal utilizing outside contractors are now complete, with future debris removal being handled by City crews. In total, 43,500 cubic yards of vegetative debris and 16,000 yards of construction debris were removed.
Read MoreCity Building officials implement programs designed to help Oct. 20 tornado victims
City building officials have implemented programs designed to help Oct. 20 tornado victims. Special services being provided to impacted properties include: express construction permitting, waiving of building permit fees, waiving of fees for water reconnection, and extended inspection hours.
Read MoreNetwork Revises List of Needs for Tornado Victims
Network of Community Ministries, which continues to coordinate the volunteer and donation efforts to help those impacted by the Oct. 20 tornado.
Read MoreMore Items Needed at Network of Community Ministries
Since Oct. 20, the Network of Community Ministries has helped 350 Richardson families get back on their feet after an EF3 tornado caused damaged and destruction.
Read MoreVolunteers, Outerwear needed at Network
The Network of Community Ministries has helped more than 320 residents displaced the Oct. 20 tornado that hit part of the Richardson community.
Read MoreCleanup Continues in Richardson
Cleanup continues in the area where an EF3 tornado touched down Oct. 20. Residents are asked to separate the different types of debris to help crews speed up collection.
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Disaster Response Report Given to City Council; Disaster Declaration Ratified
City staff briefed the City Council Monday on Richardson’s extensive disaster response efforts associated with the EF-3 tornado that hit the city Oct. 20.
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