Texas Division of Emergency Management

Official Account of the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM). Emergency Preparedness and Disaster Information for Texas. Publisher of @DomesticPrep.

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

☔️Severe weather is possible across parts of Texas this weekend.

Have multiple ways to receive local weather information, review your emergency plan, and stay informed of changing conditions.

Remember: turn around don’t drown.

#txwx

[TDEM en Español @TDEMPortavoz1]

☔️ Existe la posibilidad de tiempo severo en partes de Texas este fin de semana.

Tenga varias formas de recibir información meteorológica, revise su plan de emergencia y manténgase informado sobre lo que puede acontecer.

Recuerde: dé la vuelta, no se ahogue.
#txwx

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

TDEM Region 4 (Southeast Texas) staff recently attended a hurricane preparedness event in Fort Bend County.

They shared critical safety information, promoted community readiness, and strengthened preparedness and response partnerships.

[TDEM en Español @TDEMPortavoz1]

El personal de la Región 4 (Sureste de Texas) de TDEM asistió recientemente a un evento de preparación para huracanes en el condado de Fort Bend.

Compartieron información crítica de seguridad, promovieron la preparación de la comunidad y fortalecieron las alianzas.

[Texas Animal Health Commission @TAHC]

On June 3, 2026, TAHC received confirmation of a detection of NWS in Zavala County, Texas. A sample collected from a three-week-old calf with an umbilical lesion was identified and confirmed as NWS by NVSL in Ames, Iowa. Read the full press release here: https://t.co/eVuCMbvfjT

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

Do you have plans to train this summer?

TDEM Region 6 (South-Central Texas) personnel recently taught a disaster accounting course in Gillespie County.

Continuous training ensures our partners have the tools needed for effective response and recovery.📊

[Governor Abbott Press Office @GovAbbottPress]

The U.S. Small Business Administration approved Governor Greg Abbott’s request to provide disaster assistance for South Texas communities impacted by severe storms.

Assistance is available for eligible Texans in Cameron, Hidalgo, and Willacy counties.

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

Thanks to Coach Willie Fritz and Coach Hollis Price from @UHCougars for helping to spread the message: just one pill can kill.

Whether you're a student, parent or fan, we can all make a difference off the field or court.

Join the fight against fentanyl: https://t.co/hfYEL8Fk0t

[Governor Abbott Press Office @GovAbbottPress]

Governor Greg Abbott activated state emergency response resources as severe weather threatens multiple regions of Texas this week.

Texans are encouraged to monitor local forecasts, prepare emergency plans, and follow guidance from local officials.

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

Stay weather aware, Texas!

Thunderstorms are expected statewide through the rest of the week.

Threats from these storms include heavy rain, flash flooding, damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes.

All Hazards Preparedness Tips for Texans: https://t.co/J8zHtb17xU

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

It's the official start of Atlantic Hurricane Season.🌀

Texans, it’s time to get ready y’all. Hurricane season runs June 1st through November 30th.

Pack a kit. Make a plan. Practice that plan.

Stay informed and be prepared before the next big storm: https://t.co/J8zHtb17xU

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

As Texas Hurricane Preparedness Week comes to an end, it's important to stay informed before, during, and after the storm.

Turn on emergency notifications, subscribe to local alerts, purchase a weather radio, and follow directions from officials.

More: https://t.co/OK07MN2SVV

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

The Texas Emergency Management Conference set a new registration record this year!

👥4,280+ individuals registered
🇺🇸40+ states
🌎3 countries

Thanks to all who participated and who will continue to keep this week’s important conversations going.

More: https://t.co/iKIn7Nel3e

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

Severe storms may kick up across West/Northwest Texas today.

Do you have a plan for yourself and your family?

Stay prepared and stay informed.

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

TDEM remains engaged with local officials in Dallas following a reported explosion at an apartment complex.

State emergency management officials continue to monitor the situation.

[DALLAS FIRE-RESCUE @DallasFireRes_q]

@DallasFireRes_q out at 409 E. 9th St. on 4-alarm fire/apartment explosion. Fire under control. Family reunification at Adamson HS. Incident is still ongoing....

[Texas Emergency Management Conference @TheConferenceTX]

Congratulations to the recipients of the 2026 Texas Emergency Management Awards!

These individuals, teams, and partners exemplify the best in disaster and emergency services.

Learn More: https://t.co/PnPqI9nW6x

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

🐾Don’t forget your pets in your emergency planning! They depend on YOU and they're part of the family!

Pack food, water and medication for them too. Check out more pet planning tips: https://t.co/pIAcjt3KIj

#TexasHurricanePreparednessWeek

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

TDEM and our state communications partners discussed communications strategies and shared best practices last week ahead of hurricane season.

Accurate and timely info in a disaster is critical. Texas Emergency Management Council agencies are dedicated to keeping Texans informed!

[TDEM en Español @TDEMPortavoz1]

TDEM y nuestros socios estatales de comunicaciones discutieron estrategias de comunicación y compartieron mejores prácticas la semana pasada antes de la temporada de huracanes.

Las agencias del Consejo de Manejo de Emergencias de Texas están comprometidas.

[FEMA Region 6 @FEMARegion6]

Unexpected bonus at @TDEM’s Fort Worth conference! Our acting Regional Administrator Arsany Thomas & TDEM Assistant Agency Director Orlando Alanis joined emergency managers nationwide for a hurricane readiness briefing hosted by @FEMA HQ. Strong partnerships are key to success 🤝