Texas: Governor Abbott Activates State Emergency Response Resources Ahead Of Flood Threat

~ As severe weather is expected to hit large areas of Texas starting tomorrow, Governor Greg Abbott has taken action to ensure the safety of all Texans. He has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to activate state emergency response resources in preparation for the potential impacts.

In a statement, Governor Abbott emphasized the state's readiness to deploy all necessary resources to assist local communities in their response and preparation for the severe weather. He urged Texans to stay informed by checking local weather reports and road conditions, as well as having an emergency plan in place for themselves and their families. The governor also reminded everyone to "Turn Around, Don't Drown" when encountering flooded roads.

According to the National Weather Service, a storm system is expected to move into Texas tomorrow, bringing heavy rainfall that could lead to flash flooding. Other potential risks include damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes. The impact is anticipated across significant portions of the state, including West, North, Central, Southwest, and East Texas. The threat is expected to last through the end of the week before leaving the state.

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To support local storm response operations, Governor Abbott has made various state emergency response resources available at his direction. These include Swiftwater Rescue Boat Squads from Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (Texas A&M Task Force 1), Blackhawk helicopters with hoist capability from the Texas National Guard, and a State of Texas Incident Management Team from the Texas Division of Emergency Management.

Other resources include Severe Weather Support Packages consisting of medics, ambulances, and all-terrain vehicles from the Texas Department of State Health Services (Texas Emergency Medical Task Force), Game Wardens and rescue boat teams from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, helicopters with hoist capability from the Texas Department of Public Safety's Tactical Marine Unit, personnel monitoring road conditions from the Texas Department of Transportation, Disaster Assessment and Recovery Agents from Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service for agricultural and livestock needs, and power outage monitoring and coordination with utility providers from the Public Utility Commission of Texas.

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The Railroad Commission of Texas will also be monitoring the state's natural gas supply and communicating with the oil and gas industry, while the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality will be responsible for air, water, and wastewater monitoring.

Governor Abbott is urging all Texans to prepare for the severe weather by making an emergency plan, building a kit with essential supplies, and following instructions from local officials. Resources for storm safety tips can be found at TexasReady.gov, real-time road conditions at DriveTexas.org, and flood safety information at TexasFlood.org. All-hazards preparedness resources are also available online at tdem.texas.gov/prepare.

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