Gov. Abbott Issues Disaster Declaration In Response To Texas Wildfires

Austin TX

18 March, 2022

11:28 PM

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CBS Dallas/Fort Worth March 18, 2022 Governor Greg Abbott issued a disaster declaration for 11 Texas counties in response to wildfire activity throughout several communities. The Governor also received a briefing Friday, March 18 from local and state officials in Eastland on wildfire activity and response efforts. The Governor ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff in Eastland County in honor of Deputy Barbara Fenley, who lost her life while trying to save others from the fires. CBS Local Digital Media personalizes the global reach of CBS-owned and operated television and radio stations with a local perspective.