Texas Preps First Responders Ahead of Rising Flood Threat

The Texas Division of Emergency Management has activated state emergency response resources, according to KXAN. Because of the possibility of severe weather and potentially worsening conditions, Texans are being urged to properly prepare for the weather and monitor local forecasts for updates on changing conditions.

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Texas Preps First Responders Ahead of Rising Flood Threat

Swift-water rescue boat squads, urban search-and-rescue teams, and high-profile vehicles will be assisting with flood rescues. Other activated resources include personnel deployed to support emergency response operations across the state, personnel monitoring roadways and transportation conditions, Texas Game Wardens with rescue boat teams, and helicopters with hoist capabilities to assist with water rescues.

Texas Stages Rescue Units as Flash Flood Danger Grows

Texas DPS troopers, helicopters with hoist capabilities, and the Tactical Marine Unit will also be assisting with severe-weather response efforts. Severe-weather support packages consisting of medics, ambulances, and all-terrain vehicles will be available, along with hazardous-materials strike teams to support incident response and supplement local emergency services. Disaster assessment and recovery teams, along with county extension agents, will support agriculture and livestock needs. Officials will also monitor power outages and coordinate with utility providers, monitor the state’s natural gas supply in communication with the oil and gas industry, and monitor air, water, and wastewater conditions.