Recap on Storm Damage in Longview

LONGVIEW — Citywide cleanup continues in Longview after midweek storms brought widespread damage. The city continues to say no specific needs have been identified, so donations are not currently being accepted. If needs arise, the city says it will communicate those needs and how to assist.

Intersections without power Friday morning included:
Eastman Road and Eden Drive
Judson Road and H.G. Mosley Parkway
Judson Road and Pegues Place
Judson Road and Eden Road
McCann Road and H.G. Mosley Parkway
McCann Road and Montclair Street
McCann Road and Fairmont Street
Gilmer Road and H.G. Mosley Parkway
Eden Drive and Fourth Street
Loop 281 and Fairmont Street
Pine Tree Road and George Richey Road
Page Road and Loop 281
Loop 281 and Enterprise Street
Pine Tree Road and Shofner Drive
Bill Owens Parkway and H.G. Mosley Parkway

Cooling Shelter
The Longview Public Library will be open extended hours Friday, May 10 – Sunday, May 12 to serve as a Cooling Shelter for residents who are experiencing power outages and storm damage after the storms.

The library will be open from 8:00am to 8:00pm each day, and residents will be able to use computers, use the facilities, read books, and charge devices. Circulation services including checking in and out materials, will only be available from 9:00am to 8:00pm.

Parks and Trails
The Longview Parks and Recreation Department reported continued closures at several parks and trails. Residents should avoid trails until crews have had the opportunity to clear them.

Paul Boorman Trail is closed due to downed trees and downed power lines
Hinsley Park is closed due to downed power lines
Akin Park is closed due to several downed trees
North end of Guthrie Trail is closed due to downed trees
All recreation centers are open for normal business hours
The Parks Office is open for normal business hours

Cleanup Assistance
Residents needing help removing debris from their private property or those willing to volunteer to help their neighbors can call 903-237-1379 during open business hours or email CL@LongviewTexas.gov.

You can go to https://www.longviewtexas.gov/civicalerts.aspx?AID=1893 for more information.