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  1. A low pressure system is being monitored over Northeast Mexico, with tropical development possible in the Gulf of Mexico, affecting the region of Texas and Louisiana.
  2. A low pressure system is being monitored over Northeast Mexico, with tropical development possible in the Gulf of Mexico, affecting the region of Texas and Louisiana.
  3. A low pressure system is being monitored over Northeast Mexico, with tropical development possible in the Gulf of Mexico, affecting the region of Texas and Louisiana.
  4. The National Hurricane Center is monitoring a low-pressure system that is strengthening into a tropical depression, with potential landfall impacts predicted for the region of Texas and Louisiana.

Texas Declares Disaster in 59 Counties Amid Severe Flooding

13 reports, 12 independent Updated Jul 20
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Governor Greg Abbott declared a state of disaster for 59 Texas counties, including Webb and Zapata counties, on July 14, 2026, due to severe storms and dangerous flash flooding. The declaration allows for the rapid deployment of state resources to assist local communities. The Texas Division of Emergency Management coordinates emergency response efforts in affected areas. Initial assessments indicated that hundreds of homes across 13 counties had sustained major or minor damage.

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The disaster declarations activate state resources to aid affected populations and communities. The situation requires residents to monitor local forecasts and maintain emergency supplies due to ongoing heavy rainfall warnings. The declarations are made to help ensure communities have access to necessary resources during the crisis.

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  1. TDEM coordinates emergency response efforts in Young County, Texas, with assistance from Olney Fire Department.Sub-event
  2. Governor Greg Abbott addressed the ongoing deadly flooding crisis in Texas.1 source
  3. A disaster has been declared for Hidalgo County, which is located within the state of Texas, including the city of Weslaco.Sub-event
  4. Texas issues disaster declaration and activates emergency resources due to severe weather.1 source
  5. Texas declared a disaster for 101 counties and activated state resources.1 source
  6. Texas declares a state of emergency and issues a disaster declaration for 101 counties.1 source
  7. Texas announced a disaster declaration and activated emergency response via TDEM.1 source

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