San Angelo to narrow affected-area map, restrict some zones and keep patrols; county coordinates trash pickup

Chief Griffith explained that the preliminary affected-area map will be replaced by a more restricted, color-coded version that identifies smaller zones of major concern. Officials said a pink-colored zone will denote restricted areas where access will be limited to protect residents’ property and to prevent theft or disturbance during cleanup.

Law enforcement and public-safety partners are staging extra patrols in affected neighborhoods. Griffith said the Texas Department of Public Safety, Tom Green County Sheriff’s Office, city marshals and San Angelo Police Department officers are assisting and that the city will keep several officers dedicated to disaster-area patrols rather than regular call-for-service duties.

On county cleanup, officials said they are coordinating with a private company and the commissioners court to provide trash pickup and debris-removal support for affected households. County leaders said they will publicize the process for requesting county-side cleanup assistance.

Officials emphasized that homeowners will continue to have access to their properties; restrictions are intended to limit unauthorized access while cleanup and damage assessments proceed.

Next steps: the updated map and an explanatory video will be released later today; officials said they will keep the public informed as boundaries change and as cleanup scheduling is finalized.