Shelters available for Valley flood victims

Five shelters remain open for flood victims in Cameron, Willacy and Hidalgo counties. The American Red Cross said on Tuesday night nearly 100 people stayed in a shelter.

LOCATIONS

Willacy County Community Safe Room
10804 Business 77 Raymondville

La Feria Community Safe Room
1001 Pancho Maples, La Feria

Mercedes SafeDome/Recreation Center
1202 N. Vermont, Mercedes

Edcouch Fire Department
200 W. Santa Rosa Ave., Edcouch

Santa Rosa Elementary School
102 S. Main St., Santa Rosa

WHAT TO BRING

Anyone evacuating to a Red Cross shelter should bring essential items for each member of the family:

  • Prescriptions and emergency medications
  • Foods that meet unusual dietary requirements
  • Important personal documents
  • Extra clothing, pillows, blankets, hygiene supplies and other comfort items
  • Supplies needed for children and infants, such as diapers, formula and toys
  • Special items for family members who are elderly or disabled
  • Chargers for any electronic devices you bring with you
  • Books, games and other ways to entertain your family and yourself