Gov. Abbott Issues Disaster Declaration for Texas Winter Storm By D. Okoro Texas
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TEXAS Gov. Greg Abbott on Friday issued a disaster declaration in all 254 Texas counties due to the severe winter weather that is impacting the state.
Abbott says he is continuing to deploy state resources to assist local officials and has ordered the Texas State Operations Center to expand its daily operations to 24-hours a day through the end of next week. Texas should heed the guidance of their local leaders and stay alert to changing weather conditions in their area, said Gov. Abbott. These resources will help us respond to this severe winter weather and keep our communities safe. The State of Texas remains in close contact with officials on the ground and will provide any additional resources and support that are needed.
Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the State of Texas is deploying maximum resources to local officials throughout the state to respond to severe winter weather and to restore power to communities.
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AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today provided an update from the Alternate State Operations Center on the severe winter weather that is impacting the State of Texas. The Governor noted that snow and ice are expected throughout Texas for the next few days and ultra-low temperatures will linger throughout the upcoming week meaning that many road closures and extremely dangerous conditions are expected. The Governor also announced that he will request a Federal Emergency Declaration from the White House to make additional resources available for communities impacted by this weather event.