Gov. Abbott activates state emergency response resources ahead of severe weather

AUSTIN, Texas — Gov. Abbott has activated additional state emergency response resources ahead of upcoming severe weather this week.

On Sunday, Gov. Abbott announced that he has directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate additional state emergency response resources, this as increased threats of severe weather and flooding are expected to impact the state this week.

“Texas stands ready to deploy all necessary resources to support Texans as severe weather moves across our state that has potential to bring flash flooding and heavy rain,” Gov. Abbott said. “Texans are urged to remain weather-aware, regularly check road conditions, and heed the guidance of state and local officials to ensure the safety of themselves and their loved ones. Regularly monitor roadways before traveling and check TexasFlood.org for flood information. Remember: Turn Around, Don’t Drown.”

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The National Weather Service says that severe weather is forecasted across multiple areas of the state, including the Panhandle, North Texas, West Texas and East Texas.

Those residents can expect damaging winds, large hail, possible tornadoes, lots of rain and flash flooding.

The press release from the governor also said that wind gusts in excess of 80 to 100 mph are possible.

Central Texas will see a rain and flood threat increase mid-week, along with other parts of the state.