Alabama Governor Deploys Rescue Teams to Assist Texas in Severe Flooding

SAN ANGELO, TX - Alabama Governor Kay Ivey on Friday announced she has deployed four Type III Swiftwater search-and-rescue teams to assist Texas with ongoing life-threatening flooding.

As heavy rain and flooding continue in the Texas Hill Country surroundings, Flash Flood Emergencies have been issued, and search-and-rescue operations are underway. 

“Alabamians always stand ready to lend a helping hand to our neighbors in need. I pray for Texans who are once again dealing with raging floodwaters,” Governor Ivey stated. “I thank our fellow Alabamians serving on the search-and-rescue teams and offer my prayers for a successful mission and safe return home.”

According to the Governor's press release, the current deployment teams include groups from Mobile, Lauderdale, Cullman, Marshall, DeKalb, Jefferson, Shelby, and Chilton counties. 

These Type III teams are trained and equipped to operate in active flood zones. Each team will consist of eight personnel and multiple boats specifically built to aid search, rescue, and recovery operations.

As floodwaters rise, Governor Ivey and the Alabama Emergency Management Agency are closely monitoring conditions and coordinating state resources.

“Just as Alabama stepped up to help during the devastating Camp Mystic flooding last year, our state is once again committing people and resources to assist Texas in this time of need,” Governor Ivey stated.