Texas Division of Emergency Management

Gov. Abbott issued a disaster declaration for 59 Texas counties as severe storms and flash flooding continue across the state & directed TDEM to maintain 24-hour operations at the State Emergency Operations Center to support ongoing response efforts. More:gov.texas.gov/news/post/gove…

Portions of the TX Hill Country witnessed torrential rainfall last night and this morning that will continue to unfold through midday. Radar estimates show anywhere for 6-10" of rain have fallen in Medina, Uvalde, and Bandera counties (locally around 12") and have already led to reports of numerous flooded roadways and water rescues. Monitor the latest at weather.gov, and Turn Around, Don't Drown!

The National Weather Service has bumped up the excessive rainfall outlook to HIGH in Southwest Texas. State emergency response resources deployed by @TDEM remain engaged in support of local partners. Follow instructions from local officials and stay weather aware. #txwx

See water on the road? Turn Around, Don’t Drown.🚗 Never drive through flooded roads or around barricades. Water can be deeper, faster and more dangerous than it appears. It just takes a few inches of water to cause hazards. Check Road Conditions: DriveTexas.org #txwx

¿Ves agua en el camino? Da la vuelta, no te ahogues.🚗 Nunca cruces caminos inundados ni barricadas. El agua puede ser más profunda y peligrosa de lo que parece. Unos centímetros bastan para ponerte en riesgo. Revisa caminos: DriveTexas.org #txwx

Storms continue to bring threats of flash flooding to large areas of the state, stretching across West, Central, South, and East Texas. Keep tabs on your local forecast, ensure you have multiple ways to receive critical information, and keep emergency supplies nearby. #txwx

State resources are staged and ready to support local officials as severe weather and flash flooding threaten parts of Texas. Do you have a plan? Stay weather aware, make a plan, and follow directions from local officials. ICYMI: gov.texas.gov/news/post/gove…

Heavy rain and severe storms are expected across Texas this week, bringing threats of flash flooding. Stay weather aware and remember: Turn around, don't drown. Check DriveTexas.org for current road conditions. #DriveLikeATexan

Increased chances of excessive rainfall leaving to flash flooding continues across significant sections of Texas. Time to make a plan and ensure your go-kit is ready. Storm Safety Tips: texasready.gov/be-informed/na…

At Gov. Abbott’s direction, TDEM has activated state emergency response resources ahead of potential severe storm hazards this week. Texans are urged to pay attention to local weather forecasts. More: gov.texas.gov/news/post/gove…

⚠️Stay Weather Aware⚠️ Severe storms in the forecast this week bring an increased risk of heavy rainfall and flash flooding across large portions of TX. Make a plan and follow directions of local officials. Flood Safety Tips: ready.gov/floods #TurnAroundDontDrown #txwx

⚠️ Mantente al pendiente de las condiciones del tiempo ⚠️ Esta semana, se pronostican tormentas severas que podrían dejar lluvias intensas y aumentar el riesgo de inundaciones repentinas en gran parte de Texas. Prepárate y sigue las indicaciones :ready.gov/floods

Thanks to local partners in Scurry County for inviting us to participate in today’s Snyder Safety Summit. TDEM helped spread awareness about the dangers of fentanyl. #OnePillKills We continue to empower Texans with knowledge & resources to protect communities from this hazard.

Chief Kidd visited a sale barn in San Angelo, connecting with livestock producers and local partners to discuss key issues including New World Screwworm response. Together, agency and industry partners are working around the clock to combat the effects of New World Screwworm.

Chief Kidd visitó un centro de subasta de ganado en San Angelo para reunirse con productores pecuarios y aliados locales, y conversar sobre temas clave, incluida la respuesta al gusano barrenador.

TAHC checkpoints help protect animals, producers and communities by ensuring that New World screwworm is not being transported outside of an infested zone. Find zone map here: bit.ly/NWS-ZoneMap @TDEM @AgriLife @TPWDnews @Screwworm_RR

Ready to make an impact? TDEM is hiring for several key positions. If you have a passion to serve Texas communities, take a look at our current opportunities today! Apply: tdem.texas.gov/careers

Keep an eye on the sky this holiday weekend. Severe thunderstorms may pop up across areas of North, Central, and West Texas, before shifting east as we start the work week. Main threats are damaging winds, lightning and heavy rainfall leading to flood concerns. Make a plan!☔️

Este fin de semana festivo, mantente atento a las condiciones del tiempo. Se esperan tormentas fuertes en el norte, centro y oeste de Texas. Los principales riesgos son vientos fuertes, rayos y lluvias intensas con riesgo de inundaciones. ¡Haz un plan! ☔️

Thunderstorms have been developing along a weak boundary across the Southern Texas Panhandles this afternoon. While many of these storms weaken rapidly upon moving away from the boundary, any that persist could still produce damaging wind gusts and heavy rainfall.#phwx #txwx