Governor Activates Texas Task Force 1

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) _ Gov. Rick Perry is activating military personnel and rescue teams to help flood victims hit by the remnants of Tropical Storm Hermine.

Perry announced the activations Wednesday after heavy rains prompted evacuations across a wide swath of central and North Texas. Among the resources being deployed are 48 Texas Military Forces personnel, 10 high-profile vehicles, two Blackhawk helicopters and four swift-water rescue teams from the elite Texas Task Force 1 team, officials said.

In a statement issued by his office, Perry urged “all Texans to realize the dangers of crossing flooded roadways and respect the barricades put in place by officials to protect Texans lives.”

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