EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Thursday, Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced he issued a state disaster declaration for El Paso County following heavy rainfall and flooding.
Gov. Abbott said he issued the declaration to “ensure the full resources of the State of Texas are available to support local response and recovery.”
“Texans affected by this storm should report damage through the iSTAT survey once it is safe so officials can assess needs and eligibility for federal assistance. Texans must never drive through flooded roads and should follow guidance from local officials,” he said…