Published: 06-19-07
AUSTIN - Gov. Rick Perry today deployed six high-profile vehicles and 38 Texas Military Forces soldiers to areas in Cooke and Tarrant counties impacted by severe storms and flooding this weekend into Monday morning. The state is providing search and rescue assistance to these communities. The governor has also activated three Texas Army National Guard helicopters to assist local officials in search and rescue operations as needed. “The state is taking swift action in addressing the needs of the individuals and areas impacted by these storms” said Perry. “We will continue to work with local officials as their communities require assistance.”
“We hope Texans will take all possible precautions to stay out of dangerous situations as this severe weather continues” Perry said. “At the same time the state stands ready to respond during these unpredictable weather events.”
