Texas Governor Greg Abbott has sent emergency management resources to Alaska to aid in flood recovery efforts after a typhoon caused widespread flooding. This move follows a request from Alaska’s Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management.
“Our hearts are with all Americans in Alaska who have been devastated by a typhoon that led to days of flooding,” said Governor Abbott. “I deployed emergency management personnel to help people and communities in Alaska as they deal with the horrific aftermath. Texas will continue to work to help ensure the safety and well-being of those impacted by the typhoon and flooding. I thank all first responders and emergency management personnel who are working around the clock to support their fellow Americans in need.”
Personnel from the Texas Division of Emergency Management have been sent to support operations at Alaska’s Emergency Operations Center and in the field. Their responsibilities include coordinating with voluntary agencies and managing volunteers and donations.
The deployment is being carried out under the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC), which allows states to share resources during disasters or emergencies. EMAC members are able to provide a wide range of resources, ensure protections for deployed personnel, and receive reimbursement for mission-related costs. More information about EMAC is available at emacweb.org.
This assistance is in addition to Texas’s ongoing response and recovery operations following major floods within its own state earlier this year.
