NEWS
Rail car emergency class planned

The City of Bowie Office of Emergency Management will host a free rail car incident response for crude, ethanol and other flammable liquids on Sept. 30 at the Bowie Community Center.
This free program is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sept. 30. Training is provided free by the Center for Rural Development and the University of Findlay’s All Hazards Training Center on behalf of a U.S. Department of Transportation grant award.
Who should attend? Firefighters including neighboring departments, other first responders, community emergency management personnel and other community stakeholders including railroad representatives.
The registration deadline is Sept. 16. Contact Kirk Higgins, emergency management coordinator at emc@cityofbowietx.com or call 940-841-0188. Deadline is Sept. 16.
As more and more rail traffic transports cargo, including hazardous materials, it is important the responder community become educated about the dangers and unique hazards presented with rail cars carrying these commodities. The information presented here will enhance the ability of emergency responders to assess the scene of a rail car incident, understand the resources needed to remediate the emergency situations, including how the railroad will play a critical role.
Hands-on scenarios using a rail car simulator are conducted to emphasize the objectives of the training including identifying the design, construction, components and markings of rail tank cars that carry crude-flammable liquids; recognizing and identifying the chemical being transported and properties to consider in an emergency, assessing the scene to determine potential hazards to people, property and the environment, recognizing mitigation strategies including offensive, defensive and non-intervention strategies for fire and/or spill incident and identifying key resources in the rail/freight industry as well as federal, state and private resources for response assistance.
NEWS
Flood advisory issued for Montague County

Flood Advisory issued July 6 at 12:32PM CDT until July 6 at 3:30PM CDT by NWS Fort Worth TX
* WHAT…Urban and small stream flooding caused by excessive
rainfall is expected.
* WHERE…Portions of Montague and Wise counties in north central
Texas
* WHEN…Until 330 PM CDT.
* IMPACTS…Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…
– Doppler radar indicated heavy rain due to thunderstorms. This
will likely cause urban and small stream flooding. Low lying
and/or poor drainage areas will experience minor flooding in
the advisory area. Up to 1.5 inches of rain have fallen.
– Some locations that will experience flooding include…
Decatur, Bridgeport, Bowie, Alvord, Chico, Paradise, Sunset,
Lake Bridgeport, Lake Amon G Carter, Runaway Bay, Park
Springs, Crafton, Fruitland, Balsora, Cottondale, Mallard,
Forestburg and Boonsville.
Instructions
Turn around, don’t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
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City crews working water line break
NEWS
21-day waiting period begins

At a called meeting on July 2, the Bowie Independent School District Board of Trustees voted to name Dr. Donna L. Hale as the lone finalist for the position of superintendent.
Board President Jacky Betts said after much deliberation the board was excited to share the news regarding leadership of the district. Dr. Hale currently serves as the assistant superintendent at Perryton ISD and previously led Miami ISD as superintendent. She brings more than 27 years of experience in education to the position.
“Hale has excelled in various roles, including teacher, principal, assistant superintendent, and superintendent. Her extensive experience and dedication to the field make her an exceptional choice for our district,” said Betts
In accordance with Texas law, a 21-day waiting period is required following the announcement of a lone finalist before the official hiring can take place.
“We are thrilled to introduce Hale to Bowie ISD and look forward to the positive impact she will have on our community,” concluded Betts.
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