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First Responders From Central Florida Head to Texas for Flood Recovery

TEXAS, JUL 8 – Virginia Task Force 4 and Mercy Chefs provide rescue and relief support after Texas floods killed at least 82 people, with volunteers serving thousands of meals to survivors and responders.

  • On July 7, 2025, Virginia deployed two specialized swift water rescue units from Bristol and Virginia Beach to support flood recovery operations in Texas following a deadly flash flood.
  • The deployment was initiated at the Texas Division of Emergency Management’s request, utilizing a mutual aid agreement that allows states to share resources during emergencies, in response to warnings of continued heavy rainfall.
  • The Central Texas flash floods over the weekend claimed more than 100 lives, including 28 children, and left dozens missing near San Antonio.
  • Governor Youngkin offered his condolences to those impacted by the unprecedented flooding in Texas as rescue teams prepared to operate in the hazardous water conditions.
  • Virginia first responders and Mercy Chefs volunteers began relief efforts, providing meals and technical rescue support, highlighting ongoing assistance amid potential further flooding.
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WSLS broke the news in on Monday, July 7, 2025.
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