Update from Bolton Police Dept.: road conditions, public safety issues

Asst. Chief of Police, Reginald Thompson

Asst. Chief of Police Reginald Thompson had the following to report as of 9 a.m. today, Monday, August 30, 2021:

• Gaddis & McLaurin has bottled water.

• The Bolton Chevron has no gasoline at this time. They have sold out of gasoline. UPDATE Tuesday, August 31: The Bolton Chevron HAS gasoline and is fully operational.

• The bridge on Bolton Raymond Road has not flooded.

• We have a number of downed trees, but all roads are currently open.

• We still have electricity at this time. UPDATE Tuesday August 31: Bolton City Hall will be closed today due to a power outage. Power is out at City Hall and two homes next to City Hall.

• It could have been much worse.

• If you don't have to be out on the roads, stay indoors. Continue to be alert and stay safe.

In an emergency, Dial 911.

Bottled water is available at Gaddis & McLaurin

Bottled Water is available at Gaddis & McLaurin.

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