Governor Rick Perry (photo)
Texas Responds to Storms Across the State
Austin – Numerous state resources, including search and rescue teams, were pre-positioned today at the direction of the Governor’s Office to respond to heavy rainfall that is expected to continue across Texas through the weekend. The forecast storm line stretches from Laredo to the Dallas area. The state will provide assistance to these communities as local officials indicate the need for state help.
Perry said, “We will continue to work with local officials to provide the state resources necessary to ensure the safety of all Texas residents.”
In anticipation of severe weather events, two Texas Task Force 1 swift water rescue teams, and a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter and swift water rescue team, have been pre-positioned in San Antonio to assist with search and rescue operations as needed. Six Texas Parks and Wildlife game wardens with three boats and a Texas Forest Service Incident Management Team are also positioned in San Antonio and ready for rapid deployment.
Additionally, 60 Texas Military Forces soldiers and 20 high-profile vehicles are on standby if needed to assist with response to heavy flooding and other emergencies. Voluntary organizations are also prepared to help if needed to provide mass care support for residents.
“As this severe weather continues, I urge Texans to heed the warnings of their local leaders and take all possible precautions to avoid dangerous situations,” Perry said.
Texas Responds to Storms Across the State
Austin – Numerous state resources, including search and rescue teams, were pre-positioned today at the direction of the Governor’s Office to respond to heavy rainfall that is expected to continue across Texas through the weekend. The forecast storm line stretches from Laredo to the Dallas area. The state will provide assistance to these communities as local officials indicate the need for state help.
Perry said, “We will continue to work with local officials to provide the state resources necessary to ensure the safety of all Texas residents.”
In anticipation of severe weather events, two Texas Task Force 1 swift water rescue teams, and a U.S. Coast Guard helicopter and swift water rescue team, have been pre-positioned in San Antonio to assist with search and rescue operations as needed. Six Texas Parks and Wildlife game wardens with three boats and a Texas Forest Service Incident Management Team are also positioned in San Antonio and ready for rapid deployment.
Additionally, 60 Texas Military Forces soldiers and 20 high-profile vehicles are on standby if needed to assist with response to heavy flooding and other emergencies. Voluntary organizations are also prepared to help if needed to provide mass care support for residents.
“As this severe weather continues, I urge Texans to heed the warnings of their local leaders and take all possible precautions to avoid dangerous situations,” Perry said.
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