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熱帶風暴亨利(Henri) 預計將在 (星期日) 2021 年 8 月 22 日至 (星期一) 2021 年 8 月 23 日期間對波士頓地區帶來影響。在風暴期間,我們預計將會遇到破壞性的大風、可能會停電、風暴洪水和洪水氾濫。上網查詢 boston.gov/hurricane 了解如何對颶風的來臨做好準備。
飛散的碎片對沒有庇護所的人來說是危險的。流動房屋將被損壞或摧毀。有可能會有屋頂、窗戶、樹木及汽車被損壞的情況發生。
如遇到非緊急事故,請致電 311。
由於風暴的路徑的不確定性和帶來的影響,可能會發出更多警報。
Multilingual - Tropical Storm Henri Alert - Google Docs
昆士市的麻州眾議員陳德基在臉書上貼文,為民眾提供防颱資訊:
波士頓市長Kim Janey提五點計畫,規定民眾室內戴口罩。 |
波士頓市公共衛生局發佈的這一公共衛生命令,從8月27日(週五)早上8點起生效,要求市內所有2歲以上民眾戴口罩。
無論是企業、俱樂部或其他向公眾開放的集會場所,包括但不僅限於零售店面,餐館,酒吧,表演場所,社交俱樂部,活動空間,以及市政大樓等,只要是在室內,就必須戴口罩。
在大約有5萬名大專院校學生將從全國各地回到波士頓上學,還有5萬多名波士頓公校學生也要回校上課,大約10萬名住在波士頓的兒童孩年紀太小,不符合施打疫苗資格之際,波士頓市採取這一措施,以舒緩社區內可能發生的Delta變種病毒傳播。
波士頓公共衛生局代理主任Rita
Nieves表示,Delta變種病毒持續是在社區內制止新冠病毒擴散的額外挑戰,在室內戴口罩,有更多人施打了疫苗,才會更能保障所有居民
吃或喝東西時,可以拿下口罩,但其他的室內活動,包括在酒吧點酒或跳舞,甚至在健身房,都必須戴口罩。
這一戴口罩命令,並不適用於不支付費用的私人居所聚會,或是公眾不能進入的私人大樓,崇拜場所,公眾無法進入的私人工作空間,或者是和觀眾保持6英尺安全距離的表演者。
Kim Janey市長的5點計畫包括:
公平取得疫苗及加強劑
規定市府員工注射疫苗
給學校買新空調系統
學校及市府大樓規定戴口罩
所有公共場合必須戴口罩
波士頓市是全美已最完全注射疫苗的大城市之一,68%居民已至少注射一劑疫苗。過去兩週來,有將近8千居民注射了第一劑疫苗。到8月底時,所有市府員工,合約商,以及志工,都必須經由安全的中央化數位門戶網站證明他們的施打疫苗狀態。
Kim Janey已承諾撥款3000萬元來改善波士頓公校樓宇的暖氣,通風及空調。來年將實施大範圍的空調系統安裝及更新。
查詢有關戴口罩新規定詳情可上網,boston.gov/reopening。有特定問題的餐館東主可發電郵到 licensingboard@boston.gov。有其他關於這規定的,或是一般性問題,可撥打電話311,或發電郵到 smallbiz@boston.gov。
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麻州州長查理貝克(左)。 |
麻州州長查理貝克(Charlie
Baker)呼籲州民這兩天沒重大事務,盡量別出門。
今(20)日早上11點左右,亨利颱風在南特基(Nantucket)的西南南方向700英里處,估計到晚上7點十,會往西北方向去。
MBTA總經理Steve Poftak說明地鐵系統服務將減少。 |
氣象局估計,颶風會從羅德島新港(Newport)登陸,或者是熱帶風暴,或者會成為一級颶風。查理貝克稱暴風大概會奔向屋斯特(Worcester),然後直擊Merrimack谷,也就是麻州有一大塊區域會成為暴風中心。已經到鱈魚角的人,最好趕在週六離開,或者逗留到週一,或者週二再走。
MBTA總經理Steve
Poftak表示,地鐵將以週日減少班次的時程營運,只適合必要的出門行程。綠線地鐵的麥特潘(Mattapan)線,以及D線,還有渡輪,週日將完全停止營運,並沒有其他的替代交通方式。他鼓勵人出門前先上地鐵官網mbta.com,或社交網站查詢。
麻州交通廳廳長Jamey Tesler表示,暴風雨期間,估計路面會出現碎石瓦片,電線杆或樹木倒塌,或者淹水,道路阻斷等狀況,希望民眾謹慎考慮是否出門。
氣象預報估計在新英格蘭南部,可能會因為大雨而淹水,從週日到週一,降雨量大概會有2到5英吋,有些地區可能多達8英寸,並出現瞬間淹水情況。
民眾查詢災情,可撥打211,遇狀況可撥打地方上的警察局等公共安全機構,查詢相關詳情,可上網mass.gov/mema,ready.gov,或getagameplan.org,redcross.org。
Governor Baker Urges Caution Ahead of Hurricane Henri
BOSTON – Governor Charlie Baker today is urging the people of the Commonwealth to prepare for Hurricane Henri, which is expected to affect much of the Commonwealth beginning Saturday night into Monday, including the potential for strong winds, heavy rain, flooding and power outages. The Baker-Polito Administration is advising everyone to avoid unnecessary travel and for those planning to visit the Cape or Islands this weekend to delay trips. For those that have already traveled to the Cape or Islands for the weekend, they are advised to consider leaving on Saturday or extend their travel plans through early next week.
Governor Baker also today activated the Massachusetts National Guard under state active duty to fulfill highwater rescue, debris clearing and public safety support from impacted communities. The activation order allows for up to 1,000 guardsmen and will remain in place until support is no longer needed.
Tropical Storm Henri is projected to become a hurricane and significantly impact much of Central and Eastern Massachusetts, including Cape Cod and the Islands, and the South Coast. Hurricane force winds and substantial storm surges in coastal communities are expected. Additionally, the majority of Massachusetts is projected to receive a significant amount of rain, particularly from Greater Boston to Worcester County. All residents are advised to begin storm preparations today, and to pay close attention to local weather reports to monitor the track of the storm.
Residents can call 2-1-1 to obtain disaster information and call local public safety non-emergency phone numbers or town halls for local questions. Property owners are encouraged to take photos or videos to document any damages to property and to contact their insurance company.
This storm could cause power outages impacting at least 100,000 residents, and possibly as many as 300,000, and utility crews are being staged to assist in restoring power. For power outage updates and specific restoration times by town, check the Eversource outage map at outagemap.eversource.com or call Eversource at 800-592-2000. Residents should use generators and grills outside because their fumes contain carbon monoxide and make sure their carbon monoxide detectors are working. People are also reminded to stay away from any downed utility wires.
The Baker-Polito Administration remains in close contact with the Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency (MEMA), National Weather Service, Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) and State Police (MSP) to monitor the forecast and will work to alert the public with important updates or notifications.
MBTA: The MBTA is currently operating normal scheduled service on all modes, but anticipates delays or service disruptions, particularly in low-lying areas and sections of the rapid transit system where trains are powered by overhead wires. Keolis and the MBTA will closely monitor weather forecasts to assess expected and real-time conditions related to scheduled service and operations. The MBTA is encouraging its customers to get service information by signing up for T-Alerts, following @MBTA and @MBTA_CR
Highway Safety: Traveling during the storm is expected to be hazardous, and residents are advised to plan ahead and stay home if possible. Do not drive in flooded areas. Currently, it is projected that the Route 128/95 and Interstate 495 corridors will be heavily impacted Sunday through Monday.
Public Safety: In addition to 1,000 National Guard personnel available to assist local and state agencies, Massachusetts State Police have moved additional Marine Unit assets into southeastern Massachusetts and will be prepared to move additional personnel or equipment to the islands if necessary. Additional MSP sections and units will have personnel ready to deploy into affected areas to boost staffing, and Troop commanders will determine whether to hold over shifts or call in upcoming shifts early based on storm projections. The Department of Fire Services likewise remains in contact with fire departments on Cape Cod and elsewhere to provide support before, during, and after the storm.
DCR Closures: The Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) will close state campgrounds beginning Saturday at 11:00 a.m. through Monday evening. DCR anticipates reopening campgrounds Tuesday morning. Campers with reservations are being notified by DCR and will be provided with a full refund. All campers on DCR campgrounds must check out and exit the property by 11:00 a.m. on Saturday. Beginning Saturday at the close of guarded hours, DCR will close all state pools and coastal beaches through Sunday. Additionally, all DCR-managed inland waterfronts will be unguarded on Sunday. DCR strongly encourages residents to avoid visiting state parks throughout the duration of the storm due to high winds rain, and potential flooding, and will implement closures of certain access roads, parking areas and parkways as necessary to protect public safety.
The State Emergency Operations Center at MEMA Headquarters in Framingham is activated and closely monitoring the storm and forecast to provide situational awareness. Please visit www.mass.gov/MEMA to learn what you should do before, during and after a hurricane or tropical storm.
Governor Baker, Treasurer Goldberg and Attorney General Healey Appoint Bradford R. Hill to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission
BOSTON - Today, Governor Charlie Baker, Treasurer Deborah B. Goldberg and Attorney General Maura Healey announced the appointment of Representative Bradford R. Hill to the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (MGC). Per statute, two commissioners are appointed by a majority vote of the Governor, Attorney General and Treasurer. Representative Hill will fill the experience in gaming regulation and administration or gaming industry management seat. The Commission is bipartisan, with no more than three members representing the same political party. Representative Hill will fulfill the balance of a term that ends in 2025.
“Brad Hill has been a dedicated public servant for over two decades and has years of experience working with the Massachusetts gaming community,” said Governor Charlie Baker. “I am confident that he will be well-suited to serve in this new role during a transformative time in the Commonwealth’s gaming industry and am pleased to make this appointment.”
“In his decades of experience advocating for the residents of the Commonwealth and their needs, Brad Hill has a proven record of leadership on gaming policy,” said Lt. Governor Karyn Polito. “His demonstrated passion for the gaming industry, and his commitment to public service, will benefit the Commission and its work.”
“Brad Hill has spent his career advocating for our state and its residents,” said Attorney General Healey. “His knowledge of the gaming industry will be a great asset to the Commission during this critical time.”
“Representative Hill’s many years of business experience and public service, along with his commitment to serving our state, will positively impact the Gaming Commission and people of the Commonwealth,” said State Treasurer Deborah B. Goldberg, “We look forward to working with him in this new capacity and know that he will ensure fairness and equity as the industry continues to evolve.”
“It has been my distinct honor and privilege to serve the people of Massachusetts and the 4th Essex District for nearly 25 years,” said Representative Brad Hill. “I am deeply grateful to the Governor, Treasurer and Attorney General for this incredible opportunity to continue supporting the Commonwealth, and am eager to begin this new chapter working alongside my fellow Commissioners.”
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission was created after “An Act Establishing Expanded Gaming in the Commonwealth” was signed into law on November 22, 2011. The Commission is a five member independent body that is responsible for developing and managing the process to select, license, oversee, and regulate all expanded gaming facilities in the Commonwealth. The costs associated with operating the state’s gaming commission is paid for by the gaming industry and not by Massachusetts tax dollars.
The Chair of the Commission is appointed by the Governor; one member is appointed by the Attorney General (whose appointee must have a background in criminal investigations and law enforcement); and one member is chosen by the State Treasurer (whose appointee must be proficient in corporate finance and securities). The remaining two commissioners are appointed by a majority vote of the same three constitutional officers.
About Bradford R. Hill
Representative Bradford R. Hill has represented the 4th Essex District in the Massachusetts House of Representatives since 1999, where he was appointed Minority Whip in 2009 and then Assistant Minority Leader in 2015. A former local official and longtime public servant, Representative Hill has served as a member of the Hamilton Zoning Board of Appeals and of the Ipswich Board of Selectmen, and also worked as a legislative staffer in the Massachusetts State Senate.
As State Representative, Representative Hill has worked to deliver bipartisan, commonsense results on issues such as coastal and environmental protection, education, criminal justice reform and healthcare for his constituents and residents of the Commonwealth. He has also been a determined advocate for the Massachusetts gaming industry and has authored and filed six pieces of legislation to authorize sports wagering.
A cancer survivor
who received a bone marrow transplant in 2013 while continuing to serve in the
House, Representative Hill resides in Ipswich with his wife, Aimee. They are
the proud parents of two adult children, Zachary and Courtney.