Flooding threat in south Texas prompts Nebraska Task Force 1 to relocate, activate response plan

LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – The Nebraska Task Force 1 has relocated and is conducting preparedness operations while officials monitor rising water conditions in a south Texas county.

The task force, which consists of 43 members, said Tuesday it relocated to Live Oak County due to forecasted high water across the Nueces River Basin.

The Nebraska Task Force 1 (NE-TFA) has been activated as days of pounding rain caused dangerous flooding in Texas.(10/11)

Members have coordinated with local officials, emergency managers and fire and law enforcement agencies since arriving at their new location. They continue to survey the area to identify potential hazards and confirm access routes for emergency vehicles and boats…

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