AUSTIN, Texas (KBTX) — Governor Greg Abbott directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources on Monday to prepare for severe weather.
Storms are expected to affect north, west and central Texas as they continue eastward throughout the week.
Residents are asked to prepare for hail, heavy rain, strong winds and possible tornadoes.
The state is activating multiple emergency services, including swiftwater rescue boats and urban search-and-rescue teams, helicopters with hoist capability, Texas Highway Patrol troopers, Tactical Marine Unit saw crews, game wardens and rescue boat teams. It is also activating road condition monitoring by TxDOT, power outage monitoring and wildfire response resources.
Texas residents are encouraged to stay safe. Never drive through flooded areas. Turn around, don’t drown. Monitor local forecasts. Prepare an emergency kit. Create or review your emergency plan. Watch for updates on road safety, weather and hazard preparedness.
The KBTX First Alert Weather Team has declared a First Alert Weather Day on Thursday in the Brazos Valley.
You can find the latest weather updates here or by downloading the First Alert Weather App to your smart device.
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