Oklahoma Task Force 1 continues to work long hours in Central Texas and New Mexico following the devastating Fourth of July flooding, with no timeline yet for their return.
The multi-agency task force has deployed multiple teams across two states to assist in both search and recovery operations after severe weather caused widespread flooding and destruction. While their focus has shifted from rescue to recovery, officials say the mission remains physically demanding and emotionally intense.
Heavy Flood Damage Creates Dangerous Conditions
Four Oklahoma Task Force 1 teams are currently operating in Central Texas, particularly along the Guadalupe River. The region remains heavily impacted by flooding, with steep banks, unstable mud, and debris fields as high as 30 feet complicating search efforts.
Crews from both the Oklahoma City and Tulsa metro areas are on-site, including three K9 units aiding in the search for missing individuals. Photos released by the task force show responders navigating dense brush, piles of debris, and flood-soaked terrain.
Tulsa and OKC Crews Work Together in the Field
The deployed Oklahoma teams include a combination of Tulsa Fire, Oklahoma City Fire, and other emergency responders. Officials say the blended structure allows for broader expertise and better coordination across mission types…