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Texas A&M Veterinary Emergency Team Deployed to Central Texas to Support Emergency Response Efforts Following Widespread Flooding

The Texas A&M Veterinary Emergency Team (VET) deployed Friday morning to Central Texas to support emergency response efforts following widespread flooding across the region. The deployment comes as emergency responders continue search and rescue operations following days of heavy rainfall that triggered catastrophic flooding across the Texas Hill Country and communities west of San Antonio. The flooding has resulted in evacuations, road closures and high-water rescues across the region. VET is deploying as a state resource, providing veterinary care for the Texas A&M Task Force and federal working dogs, though the team anticipates that its mission will likely expand to support additional animal health needs in communities with severe home flooding and the need for emergency animal shelter care. “Every disaster presents different challenges, and our training and experience allow us to stand ready to serve the state of Texas and our fellow Texans by adapting quickly to meet the needs of both emergency responders and the animals affected by this flooding,” said Dr. Deb Zoran, VET director. “The health and readiness of the working dogs conducting search and rescue operations are critical to the overall response effort,” she said. “We’re honored to care for those teams while remaining prepared to address additional animal care needs as communities identify the need for additional assistance.” Because the flooding is happening in a region included in the designated New World screwworm (NWS) Infested Zone, the team also anticipates continuing to work with the Texas Animal Health Commission to screen for NWS and advise on potential NWS issues as sheltering operations become necessary, as well as to provide veterinary care to impacted companion animals and livestock impacted by the extensive flooding. The initial deployment includes 13 faculty and staff members from the Texas A&M VET, four veterinary students participating in the team’s fourth-year clinical rotation and two Disaster Assessment and Recovery agents from Texas A&M AgriLife, who deploy with the team to provide logistics support. Additional veterinary students will rotate into the response as operational needs evolve next week. Since its establishment in 2009, the VET has responded to 30 emergency events across Texas and the U.S., including hurricanes, floods, wildfires, winter storms, tornadoes, animal disease outbreaks and more. As the largest and most sophisticated veterinary emergency response team in the nation, the VET includes veterinarians, veterinary technicians, logistics specialists, emergency management professionals and veterinary students who train year-round to provide veterinary expertise during disasters affecting animals and the people who care for them. Equipped with specialized mobile response units and decades of disaster response experience, the team stands ready to assist local, state and federal partners during disasters and animal health emergencies.

City of College Station Public Communications Director Colin Killian and Mayor Pro Tem William Wright on The Infomaniacs

City of College Station Public Communications Director Colin Killian and Mayor Pro Tem William Wright visits with WTAW to discuss the pros and cons of the budget, density plans for expected population growth, upcoming events, and more during their appearance on The Infomaniacs on Friday, July 17, 2026. Listen to “City of College Station Public Communications Director Colin Killian and Mayor Pro Tem William Wright on The Infomaniacs” on Spreaker.

Governor Abbott Worries That Flooding Could Exceed Levels Seen During Last Year’s Deadly 4th of July Floods

Governor Greg Abbott is worried that the current storms in Texas may drop more rain than last year’s deadly 4th of July floods. He says the 2025 floods produced 20.29 inches of rain and that the current storms are predicted to yield over 30 inches. Over 2300 first responders are assisting in the rescue efforts, including many from out of state. Colorado, Missouri, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Alabama have all sent rescue teams to assist. As of 4pm on Thursday, only one casualty has been reported. Abbott says they were found between Kerrville and Comfort, but have not released their age. “Protecting life remains our top priority as we work through extraordinarily record-breaking-rain,” said Governor Abbott. “Life-threatening catastrophic flooding remains our main risk tonight. We have deployed over 2,350 state emergency responders, along with more than 1,400 vehicles, and we will continue deploying every resource necessary to assist local communities. Texans must be diligent to avoid rising water on roadways.” During the briefing, Governor Abbott received updates on the current flood impact and the states’ ongoing response efforts. The Governor urged Texans to heed safety warnings from state and local officials, never drive through flooded roadways, and reminded Texans to “Turn Around, Don’t Drown.” The Governor also directed state agencies to remain fully engaged and ensure all necessary resources are in place to support affected communities as dangerous flooding continues across parts of the Texas Hill Country, Central and South Texas. Additionally, Texans in the Permian Basin, the Concho Valley, the Edwards Plateau, and the Trans Pecos must remain weather aware overnight. The Governor was joined at the briefing and press conference by Texas Division of Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd, Texas Military Department Adjutant General Thomas Suelzer, Texas Department of Transportation Executive Director Marc Williams, Texas Parks and Wildlife Colonel Ron VanderRoest, Texas Department of Public Safety Lieutenant Colonel Jason Taylor, and other state and federal emergency response officials. Response efforts remain ongoing as state agencies continue coordinating with local partners to provide assistance where it is needed most. Texans should remain weather aware, monitor local alerts, follow directions from emergency officials, and never drive through flooded roadways. As severe weather continues, Texans can check road conditions, navigate available state resources, and report damages at Disaster.Texas.Gov. Turn Around, Don’t Drown. Never drive through flooded roadways. Texans should continue monitoring local weather forecasts and have emergency supplies and evacuation plans ready if conditions worsen.