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The procession for Caldwell County Deputy Constable Aaron Armstrong, who passed away in the line of duty on Jan 4th, will travel through Georgetown today. It's expected to affect northbound traffic through Belton. Please anticipate delays between approximately 1:15 and 2 p.m.

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Happy Thanksgiving Georgetown. We are thankful for you! Remember if you don't have a place to go this Thanksgiving, join us at the Community Center in the park (445 E. Morrow St.) for a delicious meal and the company of neighbors and friends. 11AM-1PM. Everyone is welcome.

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National Seat Belt Day encourages everyone to buckle up to save lives. No matter where you sit in a vehicle, wearing a seat belt is proven to save lives. #NationalSeatBeltDay

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UPDATE 5:50PM: Roadway is back open

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We are currently responding to a traffic accident on IH-35 Southbound at Williams Dr. The incident involves a semi-truck and a car that has rolled over. IH-35 is shut down, and traffic is being diverted to the frontage road. Please avoid the area & seek alternate routes.

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UPDATE 2:57PM: Two Southbound lanes on IH-35 is opened, and the frontage road is closed.

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Happy Halloween, Georgetown!!! Our Officers will be out patrolling in the neighborhoods, so say hi and get some candy from them!!! Be safe out there and have a fun night!

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7:36AM update:
Highway 29, eastbound and westbound, are reopen, but down to one lane over the bridge. We still recommend finding alternate routes, if possible, due to heavy traffic.
Southbound IH-35 is open.

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An 18 wheeler struck the Highway 29 overpass. Southbound lanes on IH -35 as well as the Highway 29 overpass have been shut down as crews work the scene. Please avoid the area and find alternate routes.

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10:59am UPDATE: The disruption is intermittent, with some calls dropping. If this happens to you, please try the non-emergency line. We are still actively working to fix the issue and will update as soon as it is resolved.

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We're currently having issues with our phone lines in the dispatch center that may affect your ability to reach us. If you have an emergency & can't get through to 911, please use our non-emergency line: 512-930-3510 as a backup for emergency calls while we work to fix the issue.

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Update 1:46pm: I-35 is back open.

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8:49am: Traffic on southbound IH-35 is currently shutdown following a serious incident involving a semi-truck that has become fully engulfed in flames. Traffic is being redirected to Leander Rd. Motorists are strongly advised to seek alternate routes and avoid the area.

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8:59 Update: Fire has been extinguished, and one southbound lane is open. Delays are still expected.

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11AM update: Austin Avenue bridges have been closed to through traffic and pedestrian traffic until further notice. This closure is due to concerns about the number of people stopping on the bridges and the possibility of debris hitting the bridges.

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9:15 a.m. update: We are advising residents of Two Rivers, San Gabriel, and Waters Edge apartments to evacuate due to the rising river levels.
Shelter is available at the Georgetown Recreation Center, 1003 N. Austin Ave., and First United Methodist Church, 410 E. University Ave.

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10:25AM update: Georgetown Animal Shelter, VFW Post, Masonic Lodge, Holly Street Village, and San Gabriel Crisis Center are being evacuated. All shelter animals are being moved to the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter. Avoid the area if possible.

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9:15 a.m. update: We are advising residents of Two Rivers, San Gabriel, and Waters Edge apartments to evacuate due to the rising river levels.
Shelter is available at the Georgetown Recreation Center, 1003 N. Austin Ave., and First United Methodist Church, 410 E. University Ave.

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⚠️Heads up, #GeorgetownTX: San Gabriel and Blue Hole parks are CLOSED due to flooding of the San Gabriel River. Additional streets may be closed as rain continues and the river continues to rise.

⚠️Stay away from the area and watch this space for updates.

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⚠️Heads up, #GeorgetownTX: San Gabriel and Blue Hole parks are CLOSED due to flooding of the San Gabriel River. Additional streets may be closed as rain continues and the river continues to rise.

⚠️Stay away from the area and watch this space for updates.

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Beware of scammers impersonating Georgetown Police officers asking for money. We will never call you for payment or ask for bitcoin or gift cards. If you receive such a call, hang up & call our non-emergency line @ 512-930-3510. Please share this information w/ friends & family.

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Update 2:48PM: The wreck involved six vehicles and the 18-wheeler. Three people were transported to area hospitals, two of whom have serious injuries.

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Update: Southbound IH-35 is now open to traffic. However, the West Frontage Road is still closed. Traffic will still be heavy as it clears. We appreciate your patience during the investigation and cleanup of this major traffic incident.