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Arlington Announces 2026 \u201cTurn Around, Don\u2019t Drown\u201d Contest Winners <\/p>\n
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By Melissa Walker, Public Works<\/p>\n
The Department of Public Works\u2019 Stormwater Management team is happy to announce the winners of the 2026 \u201cTurn Around, Don\u2019t Drown\u201d Art Contest. This contest provides an opportunity for elementary school students to show their creativity and artistic skills by illustrating the dangers of driving, riding a bike or walking through flooded roadways. This year students presented City staff with many remarkable pictures that demonstrated their understanding of the dangers of floodwaters.\u00a0<\/p>\n
The City of Arlington\u2019s 2026 Turn Around Don\u2019t Drown Art Contest winners:<\/p>\n
\nGrand Prize Winner \u2013 Zoey Ledesma
\n5th Grade Winner \u2013 Aleyda Alviles
\n4th Grade Winner \u2013 Seth Lopez
\n3rd Grade Winner \u2013 Daniella Alvarez
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Contest winners, their families and teachers ask everyone to make time to discuss personal safety with your family, friends or coworkers. Being prepared for emergencies can reduce stress and anxiety during a flood event. You should assemble a 3-day emergency supply kit, first aid kit, develop a communication plan and designate a meeting place in case of evacuation. Know the difference between a flood watch and a flood warning.<\/p>\n
Follow these simple rules to keep everyone safe during a flood.<\/p>\n
\nDon\u2019t walk, swim, bike or drive through flooded roadways.\u00a0Turn Around, Don\u2019t Drown\u2122
\nNever drive around a barricade
\nKeep away from downed power lines or other electrical wires
\nStay away from streambanks in flooded or recently flooded areas
\nWatch out for local wildlife trying to escape floodwaters.
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Visit www.arlingtontx.gov\/floodsafety<\/a>\u00a0 or www.floodsmart.gov<\/a> for more ideas on protecting your family, home and property.<\/p>\n
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