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Se forma la tormenta tropical Mindy en el Golfo de México
La Oficina de Seguridad Nacional y Manejo de Emergencias del Condado Harris (HCOHSEM, por sus siglas en inglés) continúa monitoreando el curso de la tormenta tropical Mindy, la cual se formó hoy en el noreste del Golfo de México. Según el pronóstico actual del Centro Nacional de Huracanes, Mindy no representa una amenaza para Texas.
La tormenta tropical Mindy es la decimotercera en la temporada de huracanes del Atlántico, la cual finaliza el 30 de noviembre de 2021. Ahora es el momento preciso de revisar su kit y plan de emergencia. Manténgase informado por medio de las actualizaciones de HCOHSEM en línea, en las redes sociales o regístrese para recibir Ready Harris Alerts.
Para obtener más información sobre cómo prepararse, consulte nuestra guía de preparación y evacuación para huracanes. También puede enviar un mensaje de texto con GULF2021 al 888777 para recibir actualizaciones sobre la temporada de huracanes.
Interview with Harris County District Clerk, Marilyn Burgess
¡Que Onda! Magazine has the opportunity to have an exclusive interview with Harris County District Clerk, Marilyn Burgess.
McDonald’s Breakfast Burrito
September marks the 30th anniversary of the McDonald’s Breakfast Burrito, originally created by Houston owner/operator Nelly Quijano, when she began serving the item in Houston restaurants in 1985. The menu item went on to be added to McDonald’s menus across the country and later to the world in 1989. 
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Royal Dutch Shell plc second quarter 2021 Euro and GBP equivalent dividend payments
The Board of Royal Dutch Shell plc (“RDS”) today announced the pounds sterling and euro equivalent dividend payments in respect of the second quarter 2021 interim dividend, which was announced on July 29, 2021 at US$0.24 per A ordinary share (“A Share”) and B ordinary share (“B Share”).
Dividends on A Shares will be paid, by default, in euros at the rate of €0.2024 per A Share. Holders of A Shares who have validly submitted US dollars or pounds sterling currency elections by August 27, 2021 will be entitled to a dividend of US$0.24 or 17.38p per A Share, respectively.
Dividends on B Shares will be paid, by default, in pounds sterling at the rate of 17.38p per B Share. Holders of B Shares who have validly submitted US dollars or euros currency elections by August 27, 2021 will be entitled to a dividend of US$0.24 or €0.2024 per B Share, respectively.
Euro and pounds sterling dividends payable in cash have been converted from US dollars based on an average of market exchange rates over the three dealing days from 1 September to 3 September, 2021.
This dividend will be payable on September 20, 2021 to those members whose names were on the Register of Members on August 13, 2021.
Taxation – cash dividend
Cash dividends on A Shares will be subject to the deduction of Dutch dividend withholding tax at the rate of 15%, which may be reduced in certain circumstances. Non-Dutch resident shareholders, depending on their particular circumstances, may be entitled to a full or partial refund of Dutch dividend withholding tax.
If you are uncertain as to the tax treatment of any dividends you should consult your tax advisor.
Source: www.shell.com
Harris County Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management 2020 Annual Report: “A Year Like No Other”
HCOHSEM had a strong year in spite of the global challenges presented by COVID-19. – In a year of unprecedented challenges with the outbreak of the Coronavirus – the greatest test of our organization – HCOHSEM responded with flexibility, resilience, and commitment.
Last year, Harris County activated its Emergency Operation Center 22 times and received 2,066 media inquiries and 11,378 broadcast, social media, and web communications. HCOHSEM also took part in more than 1,873 meetings with external partners.
“I cannot be prouder of our team. Each member of this office has been challenged personally and professionally by the constant, changing demands of this response,” said Harris County Emergency Management Coordinator Mark Sloan. “Their high-quality work is a tribute to their dedication to our residents, and I am inspired by them.”
Throughout 2020, HCOHSEM staff worked to assist Harris County Public Health (HCPH) with their early testing sites, data visualization tools, public service announcements (PSAs) and other items that focused on reducing the spread of COVID-19. To reach underserved communities, the PSAs were subtitled in English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, and Arabic.
The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season was the busiest in history. The season produced 29 tropical depressions, of which 28 became tropical storms and 12 became hurricanes, including five major hurricanes. In late August and September 2020, Tropical Storms Laura and Beta headed to the Gulf of Mexico, prompting a wave of warnings and watches in Harris County. HCOHSEM activated a total of four days to support response working with the federal government, the City of Houston, and other local governments in the region while continuously responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.
HCOHSEM also developed and launched several campaigns to increase awareness of disaster preparedness. The Ready Harris Kids campaign introduced Olivia, the Preparedness Opossum, in an activity book, which focused on preparing young children for emergencies at home and school. The activity book is available online in English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, and Arabic.
HCOHSEM’s Annual Report provides insight into the statistics, stories, and the unwavering dedication of our staff and partners to the Harris County community we serve.
A printed version is expected to be available on September 7, 2021. The 2020 Annual Report is available at http://bit.ly/ReadyHarrisAR2020
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