Wes Rapaport

@TDEM Chief of Media & Communications 🤠 Regional Lone Star Emmy® winner🏆 @ChapmanU & @CU_DodgeCollege alum 📺 IG: @wesrap Opinions=mine RT≠endorse

[Wes Rapaport @wesrap]

Tremendously honored to accept a new role: Chief of Media & Communications at @TDEM.

Keeping the public informed through all phases of a disaster is critically important— and I’m fortunate to be asked to lead our team of comms pros who work tirelessly to share vital info!💪

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

TDEM announces the promotion of Wes Rapaport to Chief of Media & Communications.

An experienced journalist, Wes joined TDEM in 2021 and works with @chiefkidd & state leaders to keep Texans informed before, during, & after disasters.

🔗More: https://t.co/LjpRo2VwZL

#TeamTexas

[Wes Rapaport @wesrap]

ELEVEN years in Texas.
Motto this year: lean in.

[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

[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]

Congrats to the graduates of the inaugural Fort Worth class of the Texas Emergency Management Academy!🎓

After 8 months of training, 23 more cadets have completed the program, representing the next generation of the emergency management workforce.

More: https://t.co/cHZWJcPUbr

[Wes Rapaport @wesrap]

Ready for a great week!

[Texas Emergency Management Conference @TheConferenceTX]

Get a good night’s sleep y'all😴

#TheConferenceTX kicks off tomorrow!

You’ll need all your energy for 4 packed days of panels, workshops, trainings and over 180,000 sq. ft. of exhibit hall action.

Plus a concert to top it all off.🎶

See y'all soon!

[Wes Rapaport @wesrap]

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[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

This Memorial Day, TDEM honors and remembers those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

We keep these brave service members and their families in our thoughts today and always.

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[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

To raise awareness and highlight the dangers of hurricanes in our state, Gov. @GregAbbott_TX has proclaimed May 25-30, 2026, as Hurricane Preparedness Week in Texas.

Take time now to plan for the next big storm.🌀

Prepare today for a safer tomorrow: https://t.co/krqNE4Mrnj

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

State wildfire response resources continue to support local wildfire response operations.🚒

Multiple wildfires are burning in the Panhandle region.🔥

Fire crews need your help: follow directions from local officials and do not engage in activities that may spark a fire.

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

Hot, dry, and windy conditions are causing Extremely Critical Wildfire Danger across portions of the Panhandle.🔥

#TeamTexas personnel continue supporting local officials with response operations.

Do your part: no new starts!

Fire Resources for Texans: https://t.co/lhayVA4QH3

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

State wildfire response resources remain engaged with local officials as multiple active wildfires continue in the Panhandle.

Hazardous wildfire conditions continue to pose a threat, including critical fire danger and a risk of dry thunderstorms.

Stay weather aware!🔥

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

Wake up this morning to property damage from storms? Was your home or business impacted by this weekend’s severe weather?

Report storm damage online here: https://t.co/SB3Ct7Da2G

This helps officials assess the extent of impacts & identify resource needs to support communities.

[SFGiants @SFGiants]

AND JESÚS WINS IT‼️‼️

[Wes Rapaport @wesrap]

Texans affected by severe weather are urged to report damage online using @TDEM’s survey tool at https://t.co/xz4xUreXmQ when it’s safe to do so.

This helps officials identify resource needs and determine whether thresholds have been met for federal disaster assistance.

[KRGV CHANNEL 5 NEWS @krgv]

Cameron County judge to give emergency update in San Benito
https://t.co/dgdn3sJcFZ

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

Watch the Weekend Weather

Storms could pack a punch across multiple regions.

Have multiple ways to get messages from your local officials, ensure your go-kit is packed, and never drive through flooded roads.

Safety Tips: https://t.co/IW30y8HSvR

#txwx

[SFGiants @SFGiants]

Willie Mays’ legacy now has a permanent place on the map.

A portion of I-80 near Oracle Park has officially been designated the Willie Mays Highway, honoring a Giants legend whose impact goes far beyond the game.

[Say Hey Foundation @SayHeyFdn]

Today, we celebrate the birthday of the Say Hey Kid!

Every play carried energy, creativity, and a deep love for baseball that fans could feel from the stands. He didn’t just play the game—he elevated it.

📸Associated Press

#SayHeyFoundation #HappyBirthdayWillie

[SFGiants @SFGiants]

Remembering the great Willie Mays on what would have been his 95th birthday 🧡

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

Team Texas is on the ground supporting communities impacted by the recent severe storms.

TDEM and partner agencies continue working side by side to support response and recovery.

Together, we help Texas rebuild and recover.

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

When disaster strikes, community organizations come together to provide services for those impacted.

Disaster Assistance Centers have opened in North Texas for residents affected by severe weather to connect with available resources and address outstanding needs.

[Texas Division of Emergency Management @TDEM]

Local, state, and federal agencies conducted joint preliminary damage assessments in North Texas communities impacted by severe storms.

This effort documents damage that occurred and helps officials make determinations about various types of assistance for affected Texans.