Hurricane Beryl Impact in Texas

SOURCE www.houstonchronicle.com
Hurricane Beryl hits Texas, causing damage and power outages. Texas Governor Greg Abbott is on an international trip organized by the Texas Economic Development Corporation. Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick acts as Governor and provides updates on relief efforts.

Key Points

  • Governor Greg Abbott on international trip during Hurricane Beryl
  • Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick acting as Governor and providing updates
  • Comparison to Sen. Ted Cruz's past response to crises

Pros

  • Emergency relief efforts are being coordinated by state officials
  • Increased readiness level for the State Emergency Operations Center

Cons

  • Power outages affecting about 2.7 million customers
  • At least 7 confirmed deaths in the Houston region