DHS Statement on Safety and Enforcement During Tropical Depression Imelda

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DHS Statement on Safety and Enforcement During Tropical Depression Imelda

09-21-2019 06:58 PM

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The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued the following statement on safety and enforcement during Tropical Depression Imelda:

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) are concerned about the flooding caused by Tropical Depression Imelda to southeast Texas. Our highest priority remains the preservation of life and safety. In consideration of these circumstances, there will be no immigration enforcement initiatives associated with evacuations or sheltering related to the storm, except in the event of a serious public safety threat.

Keywords: natural disasters
Topics: Civil Rights and Civil Liberties, Disasters

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