Public Information Office
210 S. McDonald St. Suite 540
McKinney, TX  75069

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Leigh Hornsby, Public Information Officer
972-548-4772
publicrelations@collincountytx.gov

March 21, 2003

Collin County, Emergency Information Hotline

(McKinney, TX) - In an effort to relay important information to residents, Collin County now has an emergency preparedness hotline. The number, 972-548-4114, is operational. In the event of an emergency, it will serve as a source for information on everything from shelter locations to recommendations on precautionary measures. It will also provide information on broadcast stations where residents can obtain up-to-the-minute emergency information. In the event of an emergency, in addition to the hotline, this website will be continually updated with vital information.