Greg Abbott
Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) has provided an update on Texas’ response to the devastating wildfires. The governor noted the resources that are being deployed as the state and local emergency response personnel continue to fight the wildfires in the state’s Panhandle.
In a statement, Governor Abbott shared that “as Texans in the Panhandle respond to these devastating wildfires, the State of Texas continues working around the clock to swiftly provide the necessary resources to protect Texans.”
“The safety and well-being of impacted Texans is our No. 1 priority as the potential for more dangerous wildfires persists in the coming days,” he added. “We urge Texans to continue to heed the guidance of state and local officials and utilize tools that have been made available by the Texas Division of Emergency Management and local partners.”
The governor issued a disaster declaration last week for 60 Texas counties in response to the widespread wildfire activity.
A press release from the governor’s office informed that, as of yesterday morning, the following active wildfires have state ongoing support:
Moreover, under the direction of the governor, the following state emergency response resources remain active to support the response efforts:
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