Alabama rescue teams deployed in deadly Texas flooding
Kay Ivey has deployed four Type III Swiftwater search-and-rescue teams to Texas as severe flooding continues to threaten communities.
Mason Reed 
Alabama is stepping up to provide critical aid as Texas battles another round of life-threatening flooding. On Friday, Governor Kay Ivey announced that four Type III Swiftwater search-and-rescue teams have been deployed to the state to assist with ongoing emergency operations.
A Region Under Siege
The Texas Hill Country is once again facing torrential rainfall, struggling to recover from the catastrophic floods of July 2025, which tragically claimed more than 130 lives. Flash flood emergencies have been issued across the region, triggering urgent rescue efforts. According to The Associated Press, current floodwaters are surging through the same river systems that devastated Camp Mystic last summer, an event that resulted in the death of two dozen children and counselors, including Sarah Marsh of Mountain Brook.
Alabama’s Response
"Alabamians always stand ready to lend a helping hand to our neighbors in need," Ivey said in a statement. "I pray for Texans who are once again dealing with raging floodwaters. I thank our fellow Alabamians serving on the search-and-rescue teams and offer my prayers for a successful mission and safe return home."
The specialized teams consist of personnel from Mobile, Lauderdale, Cullman, Marshall, DeKalb, Jefferson, Shelby, and Chilton counties. These Type III units are specifically trained for active flood zone environments, with each team deploying eight personnel and specialized boats to facilitate search, rescue, and recovery operations.
Commitment to Safety
This deployment highlights the ongoing bond between Alabama and the affected Texas communities. In the wake of last year’s tragedy, Ivey signed the Sarah Marsh Heaven’s 27 Camp Safety Act into law this past April, implementing stricter emergency preparedness mandates for Alabama camps. As 205focus.com reported, state officials, including the Alabama Emergency Management Agency, are actively coordinating resources as the situation in Texas develops. Reports indicate that at least two people have already lost their lives, while hundreds have been saved by rescue teams.
