Event Brief
Texas issues emergency declaration for flash-flood risk
Filed: Jul 14, 2026 at 8:11 PM ET
Summary: Gov. Greg Abbott declared a disaster emergency as flash-flood risk affects nearly 60 Texas counties.
WHO: Texas Governor Greg Abbott
WHAT: Issued a disaster declaration due to high risk of flash flooding
WHEN: Jul 14, 2026 at 7:47 PM ET
WHERE: Texas
WHY: High risk of flash flooding from severe storms affecting nearly 60 counties
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