AUSTIN, TX, October 17, 2025 — Governor Greg Abbott announced the deployment of Texas emergency management personnel to Alaska to support recovery efforts following severe flooding caused by a recent typhoon. The deployment follows a request for assistance from Alaska’s Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management.
“Our hearts are with all Americans in Alaska who have been devastated by a typhoon that led to days of flooding,” said Governor Abbott. “Texas will continue to help ensure the safety and well-being of those impacted by the typhoon and flooding. I thank all first responders and emergency management personnel who are working around the clock to support their fellow Americans in need.”
At the Governor’s direction, the Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) deployed personnel to assist the State of Alaska’s Emergency Operations Center and field operations in several roles, including voluntary agency coordination and volunteer and donations management.
This deployment is coordinated under the Emergency Management Assistance Compact (EMAC), which enables states to share resources and personnel during disasters. The mission is in addition to ongoing recovery operations in Texas following catastrophic flooding in July.
