Our hearts go out to everyone impacted by the catastrophic Texas flash flooding this past weekend. In just a matter of hours, some areas saw a full month’s worth of rain, causing rivers, like the Guadalupe near Camp Mystic in Kerr County, to rise by over 20 feet in less than two hours. In other areas, an astonishing 26-foot river rise was reported. More than 80 lives have been lost, with the death toll sadly continuing to climb as search and rescue efforts persist.
In light of the immense scale of this “one-in-100-years rainfall event,” Governor Greg Abbott declared a State of Emergency for 15 counties. State agencies are responding with full force, with more than 1,000 state responders and over 800 vehicles and equipment deployed in ongoing efforts.
Our Disaster Response Team is already actively engaged. We are reaching out to our trusted network of partners on the ground in Texas to determine how we can best support the affected communities and their unmet health needs. This crucial work involves identifying exact needs, ensuring that our aid is precisely targeted and maximizes impact. In addition, we are preparing our first critical shipment of essential supplies, which will include hygiene kits, oral rehydration packets, and other urgently needed medical supplies.
We are committed to standing with the people of Texas as they begin the long road to recovery from this disaster. Please stay tuned to our website and social media channels for more updates on our efforts.
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