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Texas Division of Emergency Management

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Texas Division of Emergency Management

@TDEM

Official Account of the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM). Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Information for Texas. Publisher of @DomesticPrep.

Austin, TX

Joined January 2013

Texas Division of Emergency Management
@TDEM
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TDEM staff recently connected with Texans at the Jackson County Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD) Hurricane Preparedness Meeting. TDEM shared best practices for disaster preparedness, and information about the State of Texas Emergency Assistance Registry (STEAR).
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TDEM en Español
@TDEMPortavoz1
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Personal de TDEM se reunió recientemente con residentes de Texas durante la Reunión de Preparación para Huracanes de la Organización de Voluntarios Activos en Desastres (VOAD) del Condado de Jackson. TDEM compartió consejos de preparación ante la temporada de huracanes.
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TxDOT
@TxDOT
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Just 6 inches of moving water can sweep a vehicle away — even a pickup truck or SUV. Before severe weather hits, know what to do to stay safe on Texas roads. Get the latest flood safety tips at the #TxDOTNewsroom: ow.ly/bx1B50Zab9W
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Texas Division of Emergency Management
@TDEM
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Stay weather aware over the next several days.⚡️ Storms may impact parts of the state.☔️ Monitor local forecasts, have multiple ways to receive notifications from officials, and remember to never drive through flooded roads.🚗
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TDEM en Español
@TDEMPortavoz1
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Manténgase atento a las condiciones del tiempo durante los próximos días. ⚡️ Las tormentas podrían afectar al estado. ☔️ Siga los pronósticos locales, tenga varias formas de recibir notificaciones de las autoridades y nunca conduzca por carreteras inundadas. 🚗🌊
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Texas Division of Emergency Management
@TDEM
Jun 10
It’s hurricane season. Here’s something to keep an eye on. Still too early to determine the full extent of potential impacts to Texas. TDEM and the Texas Emergency Management Council continue to monitor. #txwx
National Hurricane Center
@NHC_Atlantic
Jun 10
8 AM EDT Wednesday, June 10: A broad area of low pressure could form over the Bay of Campeche later this week. The system has a low chance (10%) of formation before it moves inland over eastern Mexico over the weekend. Follow the latest at hurricanes.gov
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Texas Game Wardens
@TexasGameWarden
Jun 9
Yesterday, a TPWD wildlife veterinarian provided training to Texas Game Wardens to support our federal, state and local partners on the frontlines of the New World Screwworm fight. Early detection is key. If you see live animals with maggots, report it at tpwd.texas.gov/screwworm
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Governor Abbott Press Office
@GovAbbottPress
Jun 8
The Texas State Emergency Operations Center is activated at Level II (Escalated Response) to support New World Screwworm Response. “I have activated the full use of all state resources to respond to the New World Screwworm threat.” - Governor @GregAbbott_TX
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Governor Abbott Press Office
@GovAbbottPress
Jun 8
Governor Abbott today directed @TDEM to activate the State Emergency Operations Center to Level II (Escalated Response) to support the state’s New World Screwworm response. The Governor has activated the full use of all state resources to respond to this threat.
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Texas Division of Emergency Management
@TDEM
Jun 7
Thanks to local partners in TDEM Region 7 (West Texas) for the invitation to participate in @SocorroISD's First Responder Day! Our field staff enjoyed visiting with community members to share important information about preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation!
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Texas Division of Emergency Management
@TDEM
Jun 7
Storms are expected to continue across some areas of Texas.☔️ Pay attention to the flood risk where you live. ⚠️Turn Around, Don’t Drown⚠️ Monitor road conditions in real time: DriveTexas.org
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Texas Division of Emergency Management
@TDEM
Jun 6
State emergency response resources continue to support local officials as severe storms sweep through the state. Monitor local forecasts and stay weather aware.
Governor Abbott Press Office
@GovAbbottPress
Jun 6
As storms pushed through Texas overnight, state emergency response resources assisted local partners in the Bell County area with a water rescue. State responders activated by the Governor remain engaged with local officials this weekend as severe weather threats continue.
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Texas Division of Emergency Management
@TDEM
Jun 5
☔️Severe weather is possible across parts of Texas this weekend. Have multiple ways to receive local weather information, review your emergency plan, and stay informed of changing conditions. Remember: turn around don’t drown. #txwx
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