Overview
- Galveston police reported that beach access points #33 through #41 on the island’s far west end were closed as of 2:50 p.m.
- The Galveston County Sheriff’s Office increased patrols on the I-45 corridor and beaches in coordination with other agencies.
- Sheriff Jimmy Fullen said 25 deputies were stationed at the Buc-ee’s in Texas City starting at 9 a.m. as a staging location.
- Deputies reported 45 arrests, recovery of 10 firearms including two confirmed stolen, narcotics seizures, and six K-9 drug deployments.
- Officials warned of heavy traffic and delays and urged parents to talk with their teens about responsible choices and legal consequences.