Governor Abbott Pledges Ongoing Support for Flood-Ravaged Hill Country

Governor Greg Abbott (R) addressed the media at the Hunt Store following an aerial tour of flood damage across the Hill Country, pledging continued state support in the aftermath of devastating floods.

“There’s nothing more important on our hearts and minds than the people impacted, especially those who are still lost,” said Gov. Abbott. “We have to find every single person who’s missing, and that’s job No. 1. Texas is in this with the people of the Hill Country. We are not leaving until the job is done.”

Joined by House Speaker Dustin Burrows, Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) Chief Nim Kidd, and other top state officials, Abbott emphasized the gravity of the situation and outlined ongoing response efforts.

Abbott urged residents to report missing loved ones by calling 830-258-1111 or emailing kerrvillemissing@dps.texas.gov, including names, physical descriptions, and photos. He warned that filing false reports could lead to criminal charges.

To support those affected, several organizations are providing crisis counseling, including the Salvation Army, Crisis Response Ministries of Texas, and Hill Country Mental Health centers.

More than 2,100 state personnel and over 1,100 vehicles and equipment assets have been deployed to assist local response efforts. Over 20 state agencies are actively engaged.

Abbott also called on Texans to self-report flood damage through the Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT).

“These details are vital,” he said, “to connect Texans with recovery resources.”

During the aerial tour, Abbott and Burrows assessed the hardest-hit areas and discussed potential legislative measures to mitigate future disasters.

“We’re talking about long-term solutions,” Abbott said, referencing the upcoming special session. “This won’t be the last storm Texas sees.”

Governor Abbott reaffirmed the state’s commitment: “Our fellow Texans are suffering. We will not stop until they’re safe, accounted for, and back on their feet.”