Disaster Declaration
Summary
Austin's facing a serious wildfire threat, so the city's leaders have declared a local disaster. This unlocks emergency resources and could lead to new safety rules to protect us all.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 7
- Last 30 days
- 2
Impact analysis
This could mean more money for wildfire prevention and response, but also potential costs if new rules impact businesses.
Everyone who lives in Austin benefits from increased safety and preparedness for wildfires.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (8)
Austin-Travis County Emergency Operations Center Activates For Heavy Rainfall
Austin-Travis County Emergency Operations Center Activates For Heavy Rainfall austintexas.gov
Gov. Abbott announces federal assistance for Hydra Fire
As of Wednesday morning, the Hydra Fire has burned an estimated 1,100 acres and is approximately 25 percent contained.
Gov. Abbott issues major disaster declaration for Uvalde, 27 other Texas counties as flood threat continues
Abbott said Uvalde nearly became an island as floodwaters from surrounding rivers swelled into the city. 28 counties are now under a major disaster declaration.
Travis County, city of Austin issue disaster declaration ahead of heavy rain and flash flooding threats
Local leaders are urging Central Texans to stay weather-aware, avoid flooded roads and follow local emergency warnings.
Travis County, Austin issue disaster declarations as flash flood threat grows
Travis County Judge Andy Brown and Austin Mayor Kirk Watson declared local disasters ahead of expected heavy rain and possible flash flooding through Thursday.
City of Austin Mayor Kirk Watson and Travis County Judge Andy Brown Issue Disaster Declarations Ahead of Flooding Threats
City of Austin Mayor Kirk Watson and Travis County Judge Andy Brown Issue Disaster Declarations Ahead of Flooding Threats City of Austin (.gov)
Travis County, city of Austin issue disaster declaration ahead of heavy rain and flash flooding threats
Travis County, city of Austin issue disaster declaration ahead of heavy rain and flash flooding threats KVUE
Brown, Watson sign wildfire disaster declarations
Travis County Judge Andy Brown and Mayor Kirk Watson held a joint news conference Monday to announce that each had signed disaster declarations related to wildfire risk. “On Friday I signed a disaster declaration,” Brown said. “It will allow Travis C...
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