The Texas Division of Emergency Management activated state emergency response resources on July 2 in preparation for anticipated increased threats of flooding heading into the Fourth of July weekend for parts of Central and West Texas.
This decision was made after the National Weather Service’s Weather Prediction Center announced heavy rainfall that was set to begin on July 2 and last the next few days.
The center added, “Monsoonal moisture will bring locally heavy rainfall to parts of the Southwest.”
A flash flood warning is already in effect for a large portion of West Texas that includes Fort Davis.
“As rain and flooding threaten parts of Texas ahead of the Independence Day weekend, state emergency response resources have been activated to support local response efforts,” said Texas Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd in a press release. “Our priority remains protecting lives and property, and Texans are urged to proactively prepare for potential hazards. Remember: Turn Around, Don’t Drown.”…