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‘Texans helping Texans': Disaster relief teams deploy to help those in Uvalde
By Vince Sims at NBC DFW
· July 17, 2026
· 3 min read
The Southern Baptists of Texas Convention is preparing to deploy disaster relief volunteers to Uvalde to help residents recover from devastating flooding. The deployment was delayed by one day because of rain, but crews are now expected to head to Uvalde on Saturday. For Disaster Relief Director Sco
Key takeaway Stice said he and his family lived in Uvalde for 11 years, making the community especially meaningful to him.
Why this matters in The Fort Worth
The deployment of disaster relief volunteers to Uvalde is a testament to the strong sense of community that exists across Texas, including in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. As the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention works in support of the Salvation Army Texas Division, based in Arlington, it highlights the regional connections that exist in disaster response efforts. The fact that many of the volunteers have responded to previous flooding events, including the deadly Hill Country flooding last year, demonstrates their experience and dedication to helping those in need. As Fort Worth residents, we can appreciate the importance of such efforts, given our own city's history of severe weather events, including tornadoes. The relief efforts in Uvalde will likely have a ripple effect, with local organizations and residents potentially looking for ways to support their fellow Texans in the recovery process.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: NBC DFW ·
Reading time: 3 min
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