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Gov. Abbott issued statement after reports of explosion at the Sandman Hotel in Fort Worth

by Gavin Wright
January 9, 2024
in Texas
Gov. Abbott directed the TDEM to prepare state emergency response resources ahead of severe weather moving across the state that is expected to impact Texas 

Waco, TX – Governor Abbott issued the following statement:

“The State of Texas is in close contact with Mayor Parker, Sheriff Waybourn, and other local partners and first responders in Fort Worth to assist with emergency response efforts following the tragic explosion at the Sandman Hotel.

We continue to monitor the situation and stand ready to immediately deploy any additional personnel and resources needed to keep Texans in the area safe and out of harm’s way.

Cecilia and I ask all Texans to pray for those who were injured in the explosion, as well as those bravely responding to keep others safe.”

No other information is available at the moment.

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