EL PASO – With several weeks into monsoon, El Paso is experiencing increased rain activity. Monsoon rains have the potential to become powerful events, creating hazardous conditions on our roadways.
EPWater is teaming up with other local agencies to highlight the Turn Around Don’t Drown campaign and remind the public about the potential dangers of flash floods. EPWater officials will also discuss coordination efforts ahead of rain events and the work done after the storms subside.
WHAT: Monsoon, stormwater safety news conference
WHO: Gisela Dagnino, Chief Operations Officer - Stormwater
Enrique Aguilar, El Paso Fire Department
Ana Acosta, Drowning Prevention Coalition
Jason Laney, National Weather Service
WHEN: Monday, July 8, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: EPWater Stormwater Operations Center, 4801 Fred Wilson
PHOTO/VIDEO OP: EPWater Stormwater Operations will conduct a demonstration on how to properly utilize sandbags to secure a doorway.