Gov. Abbott will provide updates on Texas’ response to statewide weather threats
Gov. Governor Greg Abbott today announced a serious impact on most of the state following a briefing with state officials at the Western Texas, a possible flash flood in eastern Texas, and a state operation center. It provided an update at a press conference on Texas’ reaction to winter weather. In Austin.
“Today is an example of how the weather will change in Texas,” Gov. Abbott said. “In the next few hours, until tomorrow, the rest of today, we’re addressing fire-based concerns in the West Texas area. Heavy rain, especially in southeastern Texas, will bring heavy rain to eastern Texas. A storm will come, and it will likely be the coldest weather event of the year. There will be widespread freezing across the state with temperatures close to zero. As temperatures plummet, people will be Make sure you take care of yourself as you will need to be very careful in the next few days.”
Check out the governor’s full press conference here.
Governor Abbott is headed by Texas Department of Emergency Management (TDEM) Chief NIM KIDD, Executive Director of Texas Department of Transport (TXDOT), Mark Williams, CEO of Texas Electricity Council (ERCOT), Pablo Vegas, and the Utilities Commission (PUC) ) Chair Thomas Gleeson.
During the press conference, the governor directed several state agencies, including TDEM, TXDOT, ERCOT, PUC, the Texas Environmental Quality Commission, the Texas Public Safety Agency, the Texas State Parks and the Texas Education Department, and the Texas National Guard. Be prepared for multiple weather threats that could affect Texas communities. The governor also warned of exposure to ultra-low temperatures that put Texans at risk of safety. Additionally, the governor reassured the Texans about the stability and resilience of the Texas Power Grid to perform during harsh winter weather.
Last Friday, Gov. Abbott directed TDEM to stimulate the state’s emergency response resources ahead of the rising threat of severe weather this weekend. Texas has more than 2,000 state responders and over 1,500 vehicle and equipment assets, with more than 12 state agencies currently responding to this winter weather threat across Texas. .
The Texans recommends accessing the TDEM Disaster Portal for winter weather information. The Texans also visit TexasReady.gov to find tips on winter weather safety, or find a warming centre that is open and operated by local officials at TDEM.TEXAS.GOV/WARM, and is available on Drivetexas.org You can also check the road conditions.
