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Gulf Coast, Texas
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Governor Greg Abbott broke ground on the $1 billion Davie Defense Shipyard Modernization in Galveston which will create nearly 2,400 new jobs for Texans.
Businesses continue to choose Texas as their go-to spot for manufacturing.
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Texas leads bold push to build “The Gate” bicmagazine.com/departments/…
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Contracts awarded to design gates and dunes for Gulf Coast “Ike Dike" project fox26houston.com/news/contra…
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Cornyn: The Energy Capital of the World needs the Coastal Texas Project | Opinion houstonchronicle.com/opinion… via @houstonchron
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Hurricane Melissa is a brutal reminder that nature doesn’t care about your politics.
We saw a Cat 5 storm tear through the Caribbean, and once again, we’re watching leaders scramble while communities brace for impact.
Here’s the truth: preparedness starts at home. Texas has already put $1 BILLION on the table to kickstart the largest coastal protection project in U.S. history — “The Gate.”
@GCPDTexas is leading the way and I know @realDonaldTrump will back this project because he knows what’s at stake.
Prayers for Jamaica. And prayers for America to wake up. #AmericaFirst #TexasStrong #TheGate #CoastalTexas #HurricaneMelissa
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Texans are urged to make final preparations and heed warnings from local officials as #Beryl impacts the state.
Prepare for the possibility of storm-caused power outages. 🔌
⛽️Fuel up your vehicles
🔋Charge your devices
More Preparedness Tips: tdem.texas.gov/prepare
I will have a press conference today at 1:30pm with the latest update on Hurricane #Beryl from our state emergency operations center. Right now is the calm before the storm. Beryl can still move eastward and will strengthen before landfall tomorrow morning between Corpus Christi and Houston. Anyone planning to move away from the coast needs to move today. Residents staying in place should take precautions today for wind, heavy rain, potential flooding, storm surge on the coast, and possible tornados. Listen to your local officials for instructions in your area. For more information go to: tdem.texas.gov/beryl
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Would love some help from electricity experts. I've attached the outage maps from Hurricane Ike (2008) as well as maximum sustained winds during the hurricane. It seems like a rough trigger for widespread outages is about 60 mph sustained?
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A very frazzled Beryl is giving it a go this morning, but truth be told, it has to fight a lot of dry air yet. Details on what we expect from Beryl over the next couple days as it approaches Texas: theeyewall.com/a-very-frazzl…
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As Hurricane #Beryl continues to approach the Gulf of Mexico, Texans and coastal visitors are urged to stay weather aware.
Now is the time to make a plan and be prepared!
Hurricane Beryl Resources for Texans: tdem.texas.gov/disasters/ber…
#txwx #AreYouReady #IHaveAPlan
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Although we cannot be certain at this time, it increasingly looks as though Tropical Storm Beryl is on track to make landfall somewhere between Corpus Christi and Matagorda Bay on Monday. Here's what to expect in Houston:
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A hot and sunny Fourth of July before rain chances increase this weekend and next week due to Beryl and additional tropical moisture. The hurricane is still expected to track well south of Houston.
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CPC, @NHC_Atlantic, and @NOAA_AOML forecasters anticipate an 85% chance of experiencing an above-normal Atlantic hurricane season in 2024.
ALT NOAA's Seasonal Hurricane Outlook for the Atlantic in 2024 anticipates 17-25 named storms, 8-13 hurricanes, 4-7 major hurricanes, and 150-245% of normal accumulated cyclone energy. These are the highest predictions on record for a May outlook, with the exception of accumulated cyclone energy which is the second highest to 2010. The long term seasonal averages are 14 named storms, 7 hurricanes, and 3 major hurricanes.
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It’s the perfect weekend to stock up on emergency supplies before the next disaster strikes!🎒
Tax Free Weekend for certain emergency supplies lasts until Monday night.⏰
Learn more about eligible items: gov.texas.gov/news/post/gove…
#TaxFree #GoKit #EmergencySupplies
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🚨A marginal risk for severe weather across Texas is expected this evening into Thursday.🚨
Threats include:
☔️Heavy Rain
🍃Damaging Winds
🌧️Large Hail
✅ Stay tuned to local forecasts & be prepared:
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Commanding General of the @USACEHQ Lt. Gen. Scott Spellmon visited the Galveston District’s area of operations today to discuss the District's biggest projects with non-federal sponsors @GCPDTexas and Jefferson County Drainage Dist. #7.
Photos by Trevor Welsh
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Chief of Engineers and Commanding General of the @USACEHQ Lt. Gen. Scott Spellmon is visiting the Galveston District today. Spellmon met with Jefferson County Drainage District No. 7 and the @GCPDTexas to discuss some of Galveston’s current projects.
Photos by Trevor Welsh
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The Partnership's Public Policy team met today with US @RepDavidRouzer, @USACEHQ and @GCPDTexas to discuss the coastal Texas program's vital importance to the region, focusing on its implications for infrastructure and disaster resilience.
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The gorgeous beaches of @GalvCoTx are a great place to relax. Stay safe with this important info from @NWSHouston. @IslandLifeguard #SevereWeatherWeek #PreparednessSavesLives GCOEM.org
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#FF some really great folks following from Texas and beyond thanks y’all @Miguel9246 @StanKitzmanTX @joepjanssencom @nextbluestories @RentalXylem @StormwaterMag @IkeDikeTX @txstategeo @NRCSTexas @texas_research @TxPolProject @RobbyCook15 @schall_steven @BERMADValves @GCPDTexas
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As the outlook for heavy rain worsens on the Thanksgiving holiday, we're issuing a flood alert to highlight the potential for some street flooding.
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