Media Advisory: Coast Guard to hold Hurricane Harvey awards ceremony

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 Media Advisory  

U.S. Coast Guard 8th District Public Affairs Detachment Texas
Contact: 8th District Public Affairs Detachment Texas
Office: (281) 464-4810
After Hours: (832) 293-1293
PA Detachment Texas online newsroom

Coast Guard to hold Hurricane Harvey awards ceremony 

HOUSTON —The Coast Guard is scheduled to hold an awards ceremony where approximately 188 awards will be presented recognizing the contributions of Coast Guardsmen during the response to Hurricane Harvey at Sector Houston/Galveston, May 22, 2018.

WHO: Rear Adm. Paul Thomas, 8th District commander, and Capt. Kevin Oditt, Sector Houston/Galveston commander, will recognize and present approximately 188 awards to Coast Guardsmen involved in rescue efforts during Hurricane Harvey. Houston area congressional offices are planning to attend this ceremony. 

WHAT: Sector Houston/Galveston Hurricane Harvey awards ceremony

WHEN: Tuesday, May 22 at 8 a.m.

WHERE: Coast Guard Sector Houston/Galveston
                13411 Hillard St.
                Houston, TX 77034

Media wishing to attend should contact Coast Guard Public Affairs Detachment Texas at 281-464-4810 or 832-293-1293 no later than 4 p.m. May 21, 2018. Media should arrive for the ceremony no later than 7:30 a.m. 

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