Gov. Greg Abbott visits Cotulla to assess flood damage, support relief efforts

Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Olivia Dague, Luis Cienfuegos, Rebecca Salinas, KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

Gov. Greg Abbott visited Cotulla on Friday to see flood damage firsthand and help serve meals to Texans affected by severe weather. Abbott visited the La Salle County Courthouse, where state and local officials briefed the governor on conditions and the ongoing response. >> Nearly 600 La Salle Co...

Why this matters in The San Antonio

The governor's visit to Cotulla comes at a critical time for La Salle County residents, many of whom are still reeling from the devastating floods that forced nearly 600 people to shelter in place. As Abbott assesses the damage and meets with state and local officials, he will likely be briefed on the specific needs of the community, including potential gaps in resources and support. The fact that two deaths have been reported in neighboring counties, including Uvalde and Kerr County, underscores the severity of the situation and the need for a coordinated relief effort. With communities like Kerrville extending disaster declarations due to widespread damage, it's clear that the road to recovery will be long and challenging. As the governor speaks to the press and attends a food distribution, he will be speaking directly to the concerns of Texans who are struggling to recover from this disaster.

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Category: local · Published: July 24, 2026 · Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) · Reading time: 1 min

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Gov. Greg Abbott visits Cotulla to assess flood damage, support relief efforts

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