Texas Governor Greg Abbott has deployed emergency management resources to Arizona to support flood response and recovery efforts. The move follows a request from Arizona’s Department of Emergency and Military Affairs.
“America is stronger when we come together in times of crisis,” said Governor Abbott. “Today, I deployed Texas emergency management personnel to assist in Arizona’s response and recovery efforts for communities impacted by recent flooding. The State of Texas knows the devastation that can be caused by flooding and heavy rainfall and will continue to deploy crucial resources to support our fellow Americans.”
Under Governor Abbott’s direction, the Texas Division of Emergency Management has sent personnel to help at Arizona’s Emergency Operations Center as well as with field operations. Their roles include coordinating with voluntary agencies, managing volunteers and donations, assisting with disaster recovery, and providing logistics support.
The deployment is part of the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC), which allows states to share resources during disasters or emergencies. EMAC enables member states to provide aid across state lines, protects deployed personnel, and ensures reimbursement for mission-related expenses. More information about EMAC can be found at https://www.emacweb.org/.
