Governor Greg Abbott today directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) to activate state emergency response resources ahead of flash flooding threats from severe storms moving across the state.“As storms with heavy rainfall move across our state, communities in East Texas and the Coastal Bend are urged to remain weather-aware and be mindful of flash flood risks,” said Governor Abbott. “Today, I directed the Texas Division of Emergency Management to activate state emergency response resources to support local officials with flood response operations. The State of Texas stands ready to help protect Texans and communities across the state as ...