
Texas Department of State Health Services. The state public health department of Texas. Together for a #HealthyTexas
Austin, TX
Joined August 2009
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Texas DSHS retweeted
Heavy rain and severe storms threaten portions of West TX.
Damaging winds, large hail, flash flooding, and tornadoes are also possible.
State emergency response resources are deployed to support local ops.
Stay weather-aware, monitor local conditions, and heed local warnings.
Texas DSHS retweeted
☔️Keep the umbrella close this week!
Rain and severe thunderstorms may impact portions of the state.
Before heading out:
📺Check your local forecast
🚗Give yourself extra travel time
📱Have multiple ways to receive local alerts
Stay weather-aware as conditions develop.
Rain and potential flooding continue to impact a large part of Texas. Stay weather aware, keep it slow and pay attention on the road. Check DriveTexas.org to stay informed on the latest information on road conditions. #DriveLikeATexan
Rain is affecting most of the state this week. Always drive to conditions and remain weather aware. If you see a flooded road, Turn Around, Don't Drown! Check DriveTexas.org for current conditions and monitor local forecasts. #DriveLikeATexan
Texas DSHS retweeted
⚠️Heavy rainfall continues, leading to ongoing flash flood threats.
Never drive or walk into floodwater. Water may be deeper and moving faster than it appears.
🚘Turn Around, Don’t Drown
📺Monitor Local Forecasts
👤Follow Instructions From Local Officials
#txwx
Heavy rainfall with the potential of flash flooding is forecast across Texas. Please remain weather aware, avoid low water crossings and check the latest road conditions at DriveTexas.org #TurnAroundDontDrown
Texas DSHS retweeted
Rain and flooding remains a threat to the West.
If you live or travel through flood-prone areas: ensure you have more than one way to receive local emergency notifications.
If water covers the road: Turn Around, Don’t Drown.
Check Road Conditions: drivetexas.org
Texas DSHS retweeted
✅Response Resources: Deployed
✅Local Forecasts: Monitoring
☔️Turn Around, Don't Drown☔️
All-Hazards Preparedness Info: tdem.texas.gov/prepare
#txwx
Texas DSHS retweeted
Emergencies can happen at work.
🏃Know your exit routes
📍Know where to shelter
📞Have a communication plan
🎒Keep an emergency supply kit nearby
📋Train with coworkers on your office emergency plan
🌐Tips: Ready.gov/Business
Texas DSHS retweeted
🚗Keep your vehicle ready before disaster strikes.
Maintain at least a half tank of gas, check tires and fluids, and keep chargers, water and a paper map available in case evacuation routes change.
More: ready.gov/car
#PreparednessMonth
Texas DSHS retweeted
State emergency response resources remain deployed across the state to support local wildfire operations.
There were 7 new fire starts requiring state assistance on Monday. Please help fire crews by avoiding any activities that may spark a fire.
Stay alert. Stay prepared. #txwx
Texas DSHS retweeted
Did impacts from Edouard cause damage to your home or business?
Report Damage: damage.tdem.texas.gov
This information helps officials connect affected Texans to available resources and services.
Texas DSHS retweeted
Remnants from Edouard continue to cause threats and impacts across Southeast/East Texas.
Watch for water on roadways, follow local instructions, and stay weather aware.
Check real-time road conditions: DriveTexas.org
#txwx
Texas DSHS retweeted
Wildfire danger remains a concern. 15 new fire starts yesterday required state assistance.
More than 93,000 acres are burning across the state.
Dry and windy conditions across large portions of the state can easily spread any fires that ignite.
Texas DSHS retweeted
Tropical Storm Edouard has made landfall.
☔️Monitor Local Conditions
🚗Turn Around, Don’t Drown
📺Stay Informed
Tropical Weather Resources for Texans: disaster.texas.gov
Texas DSHS retweeted
The TAHC executive director officially released NWS movement restrictions for designated areas of Gillespie, Kerr, Kimble, La Salle, and Webb Counties on August 31, 2026.
Read more: tahc.texas.gov/news/2026/202…
Texas DSHS retweeted
🎒Before tropical weather causes impacts, Texans should pack a go-kit.
Include water, nonperishable food, medications, flashlights, batteries, chargers, copies of key documents and supplies for people and pets.
Keep it easy to reach and make sure everyone knows where it is.

























