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Texas DPS

@TxDPS

Official Twitter feed of the Texas Department of Public Safety. FOR EMERGENCIES, CALL 9-1-1

Austin, Texas

Joined October 2008

Texas DPS
@TxDPS
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One Pill Kills: Just 2 mg of fentanyl can take a life. DPS continues spreading the word about this deadly synthetic opioid to protect our fellow Texans from this clandestine killer. Learn more about the dangers of fentanyl at dps.texas.gov/onepillkills. #OnePillKills
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TxDPS - South Texas Region
@TxDPSSouth
Jul 18
❤️ 325 campers safely evacuated from Camp Eagle due to rising water and damage to the main access road. @TxDPS South Texas Region troopers from Cameron County assisted alongside the @cpvfdtx and local partners. #TexasStrong #ProtectingTexas #ICYMI
Texas DPS
@TxDPS
Jul 17
WATCH LIVE: A press conference will begin shortly. Watch here: youtube.com/live/cihcmO9DM…
Governor Abbott Press Office
@GovAbbottPress
Jul 17
NOW: Governor Abbott meets with state and local officials in Uvalde to receive an update on flood damage and ongoing recovery efforts across the region.
Texas DPS
@TxDPS
Jul 17
🚨 ALERT: A large surge of water is moving through Uvalde Co. at this time. Numerous evacuations are underway in Crystal City. Please obey all local orders. #floods #weather
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TxDPS - South Texas Region
@TxDPSSouth
Jul 17
🚨 FM 481 bridge in Uvalde County has collapsed due to flooding. This aerial image from the @TxDPS Aircraft Operations Division highlights the dangerous conditions. Stay away from flooded areas and never drive around barricades. #TurnAroundDontDrown #TexasDPS #TexasWeather
Texas DPS
@TxDPS
Jul 17
More DPS personnel are arriving in areas impacted by flooding this morning. Many roads are unsafe for travel. Please continue to monitor roads in your area before leaving at drivetexas.org
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TxDPS - South Texas Region
@TxDPSSouth
Jul 17
🚨 New DriveTexas Updates Heavy rain and flooding continue across parts of South & Central Texas. 📍 Check DriveTexas.org before you travel. 🚗 Drive smart. #TurnAroundDontDrown @TxDPS #Flooding #DriveTexas #ProtectingTexas
Texas DPS
@TxDPS
Jul 17
📍State Operations Center Earlier today, DPS Lt. Colonel Jason Taylor and other state agency leaders joined Gov. @GregAbbott_TX to provide another update to the public on the state’s ongoing flood response efforts during a press conference in Austin. More rain is anticipated to
Texas DPS
@TxDPS
Jul 16
DPS continues to support statewide flood response efforts to keep Texans safe. In Kerr Co., DPS Troopers are on the ground blocking bridges and roads that may be unsafe for drivers or pedestrians to cross. Do NOT walk or drive through flooded areas – just a small amount of
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Texas Military Dept.
@TXMilitary
Jul 16
Texas National Guard Service Members are actively working search and rescue missions with @txtf1 across West-Central Texas. #TexasMilitaryDepartment and partnered agencies are mobilizing to provide support as severe weather continues. As weather conditions continue, Texans are
Texas DPS
@TxDPS
Jul 16
DPS Aircraft Operations crews continue working today to rescue people stranded by the floodwaters in numerous counties in Central and South Texas. Please, continue to monitor conditions if you are in impacted areas and stay off flooded roads. #flooding #texas #weather
Governor Abbott Press Office
@GovAbbottPress
Jul 16
The @TxDPS yesterday rescued a young girl, her family, and their two dogs in Uvalde. Texans in affected areas should remain vigilant, monitor local forecasts, follow guidance from local officials and stay far away from rising water. Turn Around Don’t Drown.
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Texas DPS
@TxDPS
Jul 15
Earlier this afternoon, DPS Lt. Colonel Jason Taylor briefed Gov. @GregAbbott_TX and other state leaders on the department’s statewide response and rescue efforts amid severe flooding impacts across Texas. Following the briefing, Lt. Colonel Taylor joined the Governor and state
Texas DPS
@TxDPS
Jul 15
If you don't have to drive - please stay off the roads. If you must travel in areas where heavy rain has fallen, please check road conditions before you leave at DriveTexas.org #turnarounddontdrown
TxDPS - South Texas Region
@TxDPSSouth
Jul 15
🌧️ Before you travel, check DriveTexas.org. 📍Use My Location or search your destination to view current road closures across Texas. 🔵 Flood closures | 🟠 Construction Stay informed. Travel safely. #TurnAroundDontDrown @TxDPS @TxDOT
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TxDPS - South Texas Region
@TxDPSSouth
Jul 15
This photo shows just a few of the first responders deployed across Uvalde County. Many more are working in multiple locations, rescuing and assisting those in need. ⚠️ Avoid unnecessary travel and monitor DriveTexas.org for road conditions. #TurnAroundDontDrown @TxDPS