- Severe weather likely in the Carolinas on Monday
- 3 dead, flash floods overwhelm South Texas, with some areas receiving more than 12 inches of rain
- Flash floods overwhelm South Texas, with some communities receiving more than 12 inches of rain
- Flash floods overwhelm South Texas, with some communities receiving more than 12 inches of rain
- 3 dead, more than 200 rescued in South Texas after severe storms cause flooding
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott activates state emergency response resources due to flash flooding threat
Gov. Greg Abbott directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to get state resources ready as strong storms moved through the state.
HOUSTON — Gov. Greg Abbott activated comprehensive state emergency response resources in anticipation of severe weather and potential flash flooding threatening South and Southeast Texas through the weekend. The National Weather Service warns of heavy rainfall and possible flash flooding conditions, exacerbated by extremely dry ground from prolonged drought.
The state’s emergency preparedness includes deployment of multiple specialized teams and resources across various state agencies. Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service will provide swiftwater rescue boat squads and urban search and rescue teams, while Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is positioning game wardens and rescue boat teams with helicopter support.
“Texas is prepared to deploy all resources needed to support local communities,” Abbott stated, emphasizing the critical nature of the state’s emergency response. He urged residents to “monitor the weather, make an emergency plan, and heed the guidance of state and local officials to keep themselves and their loved ones safe.”
Key state resources activated include:
- Texas National Guard personnel with high-profile vehicles to assist stranded motorists
- Texas Department of Public Safety helicopters and highway patrol troopers
- Tactical marine units ready for emergency response
The Texas State Emergency Operations Center remains activated at Level II (Escalated Response), with additional resources on standby, including medical task forces, utility monitoring teams, and environmental assessment units.
Residents are advised to:
The primary weather threats include potential flash flooding and severe storms with damaging winds and large hail expected across South Texas mid to late week.