From The Better Business Bureau of Central East Texas:

The news of yesterday's EF5 tornado that swept through the town of Moore, Oklahoma is gut-wrenching. Two schools filled with teachers and children, entire neighborhoods and businesses will never be the same.

"When tragedy strikes, everyone wants to help." said Mechele Agbayani Mills, President and CEO of BBB Serving Central East Texas. “As we reach out, please keep in mind that organizations and web sites allegedly created to help victims and relief efforts will spring up overnight, so it’s very important to do your research to make sure your efforts go where you intend and that they get there quickly.”

BBB offers the following advice to guide those want to help:

According to Tyler Police, the emergency alert sirens failed to operate correctly this morning. Officials are working to fix the problem. We will update with more information and/or new emergency alert test times.

 

From the Tyler Police Department:

From the Better Business Bureau of Central East Texas:

It’s technically still winter, so why worry about air conditioning? The best way to deal with air conditioning issues is to prevent them from occurring. With proper maintenance and preventive care for your A/C unit, you may be able to avoid a broken system this summer. BBB recommends planning ahead to make sure that your air conditioner is working properly when the temperatures are high.

“Residential heating and cooling units are expected to last 15 to 20 years”, said Mechele Agbayani Mills. “So choosing a good HVAC tech is vital to your home’s comfort for years to come”.