AUSTIN (Talk1370.com) -- Resources and personnel from Texas are on their way to help storm-ravaged Louisiana, Gov. Greg Abbott announced Monday.
A release from Abbott's office said a CH 47 (Chinook) helicopter with 14 crew members, 30 fire engines, and 132 firefighters, along with Texas A&M Task Force One are already aiding response and recovery efforts in the state.
"The State of Texas is proud to support our neighbors in Louisiana by sending emergency resources and personnel to assist with the aftermath of Hurricane Ida," said Abbott in a statement. "We will never forget the kindness, generosity, and support offered by the people of Louisiana during Hurricane Harvey four years ago, and we are eager to support them in their own time of need. When neighbors help neighbors, America is stronger. Cecilia and I continue to pray for the people of Louisiana affected by Hurricane Ida and the first responders who have answered the call to protect and serve those affected by this storm."
Abbott said that the Texas Division of Emergency Management is ready to review any additional requests from Louisiana and may provide additional assets as available.