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Gov. Greg Abbott issues disaster declaration for Harris County, 100 others amid storm and flood threat
Summary by Bellaire News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Christian Terry , as published by KPRC Click2Houston
· June 16, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Texas Governor Greg Abbott made the announcement on Monday, citing the need to provide local officials and communities with access to state resources and support.
A disaster declaration has been issued for Harris County, where Bellaire is located, along with 100 other Texas counties. This declaration is in response to the threat of severe storms and flooding in the state. Texas Governor Greg Abbott made the announcement on Monday, citing the need to provide local officials and communities with access to state resources and support.
The declaration is intended to help areas prepare for and respond to the severe weather. Further details about the disaster declaration and the severe weather threat are available from the source.
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Published: June 16, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC Click2Houston ·
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