President Donald Trump and the First Lady visited Texas earlier this week and have now pledged $1 million out of their own pocket to aid victims of Hurricane Harvey.
On Thursday, he tweeted out “HEROES” with a series of tweets highlighting police officers and other first responders who are helping with rescue and recovery from the tropical storm.
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“Thank you to all of the brave first responders and volunteers from around the United States helping with the ongoing rescue and relief efforts in Texas,” @realDonaldTrump tweeted.
From President Trump to Texas Governor Greg Abbott to the local police officers and firefighters and of course the countless volunteers from all over the country, there are heroes at all levels and we want to recognize a few of them.
Our brave first responders are putting their lives on the line to help those affected by #Harvey. Please pray for them and the victims. https://t.co/kYX48xNhoj
— Gov. Greg Abbott (@GovAbbott) August 28, 2017
Off to #Houston to assist @houstonpolice with #HurricaneHarvey recovery. #fwpd100 pic.twitter.com/lR2bhAfRr8
— Fort Worth Police (@fortworthpd) August 30, 2017
A warm reunion for one of our officers for his first time home in 5 days #HoustonStrong pic.twitter.com/sAPDgAJAYj
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 31, 2017
What a sight! Thank you to @SATXPolice @fortworthpd who have come to support us! #HoustonStrong #TexasStrong pic.twitter.com/OLLgpik09C
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 31, 2017
The community helping us so we can help them #HoustonStrong pic.twitter.com/KguzoMVBHV
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 30, 2017
Flooding from Harvey continues to impact Texas roadways. Stay safe & remember: #TurnAroundDontDrown! Visit: https://t.co/keTMceRL4N #Harvey pic.twitter.com/eWsR4RGKo7
— TxDOT (@TxDOT) August 31, 2017
Our Total Army continues to assist in Harvey relief efforts. Thank you to every Soldier for your hard work & commitment to the people of TX. pic.twitter.com/LCMbVgaq41
— GEN Mark A. Milley (@ArmyChiefStaff) August 31, 2017
#PhotosFromTheField: #Texas #NationalGuard and first responders from last night’s rescue operations. #Harvey #TMDHarvey pic.twitter.com/LBUMXsFivF
— Texas Military Dept (@TXMilitary) August 31, 2017
Your #Texas #NationalGuard headed into #Beaumont to serve fellow #Texans #TMDHarvey #Harvey #TexansServingTexas pic.twitter.com/Kf4bSySTM8
— Texas Military Dept (@TXMilitary) August 31, 2017
Officers & volunteers collected donations overnight for #firstresponders in south Texas. Supplies now sorted and packed for transport ? pic.twitter.com/yViPsNgpZg
— Round Rock Police (@roundrockpolice) August 31, 2017
All 15 deputies complaining of respiratory irritation from the Arkema incident in Crosby have been released from the hospital. #Harvey
— HCSOTexas (@HCSOTexas) August 31, 2017
They’re heroes! Thank you.
— HCSOTexas (@HCSOTexas) August 31, 2017
In the wake of Hurricane Harvey, this Houstonian brought comfort and food to first responders. #HoustonStrong https://t.co/S6Mpwd5KJp pic.twitter.com/73FWD4lJdB
— USA TODAY Video (@usatodayvideo) August 31, 2017
#I10 westbound at milepost 4 near the Texas border is still closed due to #Harvey flood water. Please avoid the area https://t.co/4DQ2KDYbdy pic.twitter.com/Lw9vgfkoOz
— LA State Police (@LAStatePolice) August 31, 2017
Troop D Troopers have been in #Orangetx since 7:00 this morning helping our #Texas neighbors with #Harvey evacuation https://t.co/014BfKborl pic.twitter.com/cl7sXV3Hm8
— LA State Police (@LAStatePolice) August 30, 2017
#USCG crews continue to conduct rescues. We have rescued/assisted over 6,000 people & over 1,000 pets in #Harvey‘s wake. pic.twitter.com/p3l0xjL6uD
— U.S. Coast Guard (@USCG) August 31, 2017
Mayor @sylvesterturner Chief @artacevedo & HFD Chief Pena board HPD helicopter to survey Houston https://t.co/IWwpkG7GUC
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 31, 2017
Resources from Tarrant County in route to Beaumont to assist with emergency services. pic.twitter.com/Z783SSXDmB
— Arlington Fire Dept. (@ArlingtonTxFire) August 31, 2017
#Safety1st! THANKS to @TxDOT crews traveling in from around the state to support HOU operations. #OneTxDOT #Harvey pic.twitter.com/XIiWHXXZKE
— TxDOT- HOU District (@TxDOTHoustonPIO) August 31, 2017
Officer Martinez, while buying much needed supplies, also paid for this family’s purchase. We are in this together. #HoustonStrong pic.twitter.com/tmpNUsyq9C
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 30, 2017
Paramedic, nurse offer free medical service to Harvey victims https://t.co/HTZg55imah pic.twitter.com/jUdhJ0YkbD
— EMS1 (@EMS1) August 31, 2017
RT @abc13houston: We want to say thank you to all our first responders for their service and sacrifice. pic.twitter.com/ZzQ14b5zHM
— PT_US_Congress (@PT_US_Congress) August 31, 2017
More rescues performed by our officers #HoustonStrong pic.twitter.com/z0xu5Jp66D
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 29, 2017
Officers towing an abandoned vehicle were almost hit by a falling tree; citizens came out with chainsaws to clear it! #houstonstrong pic.twitter.com/22CcJRYm7U
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 28, 2017
.@USCG, federal, state and local agencies are assisting people in distress in Port Arthur, Texas. #HurricaneHarvey #Harvey pic.twitter.com/nejHq4IvH6
— USCG Heartland (@USCGHeartland) August 31, 2017
@uscg MSST teams from Miami, Houston, Atlantic and Gulf Strike Team evacuate survivors from central #Houston #uscg #Harvey #Hurricaneharvey pic.twitter.com/SLbW00rBTi
— USCG Heartland (@USCGHeartland) August 30, 2017
@USCG aircrew assists infant during the aftermath of #HurricaneHarvey #Harvey #USCG #Houston pic.twitter.com/3mrLm7y6G5
— USCG Heartland (@USCGHeartland) August 30, 2017
AZ-TF1 boat ops in Simonton, Texas today Assisting local Fire&Sheriff Depts on search&rescue missions- Chief Kalkbrenner #makingadifference pic.twitter.com/rPFZbbYLIR
— Phoenix Fire Dept. (@PHXFire) August 31, 2017
PA-Task Force 1 worked today in Kingwood, Texas. Efforts included checking on submerged cars to ensure no one was inside. #Harvey pic.twitter.com/fXl6sYYqDX
— Philadelphia Fire (@PhillyFireDept) August 31, 2017
Here’s a snapshot of federal support to areas affected by #Harvey. For more information & resources, visit: https://t.co/QYz65o9EIG pic.twitter.com/E9bTMuq0J8
— FEMA (@fema) August 31, 2017
Our staff helping folks register for #Harvey assistance in Texas. If you were impacted by the storm, register at: https://t.co/7iJhOtMIQP pic.twitter.com/ygDA4Aaxum
— FEMA (@fema) August 31, 2017
MARFORRES Marines supporting Harvey Relief Operations https://t.co/JD5MJTjJCy pic.twitter.com/Fl6H8Mf34K
— Marine Corps Reserve (@MarForRes) August 30, 2017
New Photos: MARFORRES Support of Hurricane Harvey Relief https://t.co/mRHr8HOmOM pic.twitter.com/FDgFz9FNhU
— Marine Corps Reserve (@MarForRes) August 31, 2017
#USArmy Soldiers, assigned to @1stArmoredDiv at Fort Bliss, #Texas, have joined hurricane #Harvey relief efforts led by @fema. pic.twitter.com/hgOfYAIaLH
— U.S. Army (@USArmy) August 30, 2017
4,200+ people have been rescued by the #NationalGuard. We continue to stay on the ground supporting our communities, day and night. #Harvey pic.twitter.com/HIIEArua0y
— National Guard (@NationalGuard) August 30, 2017
Thank you @RedCross, @FEMA, 1st responders & private citizens for helping people on the ground after devastation left by #HurricaneHarvey
— Melania Trump (@FLOTUS) August 30, 2017
As of this morning #USCG crews have rescued over 9,000 people & more than 1,000 pets total since #Harvey hit. Rescue missions continue. pic.twitter.com/WpYPma9LAy
— U.S. Coast Guard (@USCG) August 31, 2017
#USCG conducts search and rescue in response to #HurricaneHarvey near Beaumont, TX. #Harvey #Rescue pic.twitter.com/xnZKqfSlGX
— U.S. Coast Guard (@USCG) August 31, 2017
#USAF assets are prepositioned to respond to recovery operations in the wake of #HurricaneHarvey. https://t.co/oMe5xxgHzl pic.twitter.com/QXQ0g9Kznu
— U.S. Air Force (@usairforce) August 29, 2017
#USArmy continues total force effort for #Harvey relief. Follow @fema, @USNationalGuard, @USCG, @TexasGuard and @TXMilitary for updates pic.twitter.com/8oJutQd04T
— U.S. Army (@USArmy) August 29, 2017
Various storm damage, rescues and evacuations throughout Montgomery County. #HarveyMoco2017 #Community #InItTogether pic.twitter.com/Lhg9HeDmz3
— MCTXSheriff (@MCTXSheriff) August 28, 2017
We’re off! @houstonpolice we’re coming for ya to give our brothers & sisters rest. 22 generators in tow thanks to @HISUNUSA @GunsandHosesTX pic.twitter.com/0nyfRy4LTn
— Grand Prairie Police (@GrandPrairiePD) August 31, 2017
#TexansHelpingTexans – Our 7 SWAT officers have assisted in 65 water rescues. 13 officers leaving tmrw to help @houstonpolice patrol pic.twitter.com/KQaBrQzxUD
— Grand Prairie Police (@GrandPrairiePD) August 30, 2017
We’re up #HPDInTheAir #HoustonStrong #HurricaneHarvey pic.twitter.com/xloEUMldnq
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 29, 2017
Our Command Staff on a conference call working to get assets where they are most needed. #HoustonStrong #HurricaneHarvey pic.twitter.com/eRA7Oc48tE
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 28, 2017
Thank you David Conniker from Mustang Cat for assisting in rescue operations with dump trucks, our community is unbelievable #bestcityever pic.twitter.com/gQvndFOsNL
— HPOU (@HPOUTX) August 31, 2017
#FDNY @NYPDnews USAR NY TF-1 have made multiple rescues in Texas in the past 24 hrs. Read more https://t.co/0M8EnUghn2 Photo: @nycoem pic.twitter.com/JzBDSKS3Tz
— FDNY (@FDNY) August 31, 2017
Marines perform Harvey rescues in Friendswood, headed to Beaumont https://t.co/DUQk41tCPA pic.twitter.com/mkTq4OLVb2
— Pearland Journal (@PearlandNews) August 30, 2017
Working to coordinate our response to hurricane #harvey and ensure the safety of all Texans affected by this storm. pic.twitter.com/vw2vynykpT
— Gov. Greg Abbott (@GovAbbott) August 27, 2017
#FDNY IMT is managing an emergency delivery of approx. 300 tractor trailers of MREs, water, ice to Beaumont TX pic.twitter.com/wXBliwTX4D
— FDNY (@FDNY) August 31, 2017
Giant dump truck rescue from Gessner and Briar Forest. Neighbors cheered as the truck pulled in #harvey #khou11 pic.twitter.com/Z2i9YFHO8x
— Noel Brennan (@Noeltbrennan) August 31, 2017
Just spoke w/ Admin. @FEMA_Brock. The partnership with @fema & TX has been great. We’re committed to helping everyone impacted by #Harvey. pic.twitter.com/BlGfXY1615
— Gov John Bel Edwards (@LouisianaGov) August 31, 2017
Earlier 2 Black Hawks flew in 5 nurses with blood, vaccines and other supplies for hospitals in Port Arthur and Beaumont #GeauxGuard pic.twitter.com/7XVmuwtzpQ
— LA National Guard (@LANationalGuard) August 31, 2017
In the wake of #Harvey, the Houston SPCA is here to help you and your pets. Please share far and wide! pic.twitter.com/kAXhGw9HmG
— Houston SPCA (@HoustonSPCA) August 29, 2017
We thank our brothers and sisters @ArlingtonPD for coming to assist us and welcome you with open arms. https://t.co/AwZZxDsHHF
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 29, 2017
“It’s good to feel secure.” Safe in a #RedCross shelter, a family shares its #HurricaneHarvey experience. pic.twitter.com/bBOBS8G6ID
— American Red Cross (@RedCross) August 30, 2017
Overnight @houstonpolice made water rescues of 18 people. Crisis ebbing but far from over. Our 1st responders saving lives every hour.
— Sylvester Turner (@SylvesterTurner) August 31, 2017
56 Missourians headed to TX for swift water rescues. They come from 17 Mo fire & 1 ambulance agency. #Harvey https://t.co/KjNVW7sFo1 pic.twitter.com/jyS15asrvP
— MO Public Safety (@MoPublicSafety) August 31, 2017
Our officers along with @FDNY continue to assist the people in Texas by helping them relocate to safe areas. #NYPDprotecting beyond NYC pic.twitter.com/zJICPuixB5
— NYPD NEWS (@NYPDnews) August 31, 2017
NJ-TF1 is safe in College Station tonight & awaiting new orders? #ReadyNJ #NJSP #NJTF1 #HarveyFlood #Texas #HoustonStrong pic.twitter.com/BCulM7pJDg
— NJOEM (@ReadyNJ) August 31, 2017
#LAPD: Our thoughts & prayers are w/ the family of @houstonpolice Sgt Steve Perez & all those who are affected by Hurricane #Harvey pic.twitter.com/InSgbCxDzg
— LAPD HQ (@LAPDHQ) August 29, 2017
Proud of fellow Kansas first responders headed to TX. We’ll be thinking of you all throughout your deployment! #kansasproud #sunflowerstate https://t.co/v13KExRHDC
— KS Highway Patrol (@kshighwaypatrol) August 31, 2017
Swift Water Rescue/Search & Rescue teams from counties across the state started deploying to Texas tonight for Hurricane Harvey response.
— KDEM (@KansasEmergency) August 31, 2017
NE-TF1 launching boats on Houstons I-10! pic.twitter.com/reiBA8hmlz
— NE-TF1 (@NE_TF1) August 31, 2017
Fort Worth PD has arrived in #Houston! @CopelandNetwork transported critical supplies to @HPOUTX for officers to use during recovery ops. ?? pic.twitter.com/55h7CLkErT
— Fort Worth Police OA (@FWPOA) August 31, 2017
OKCPD officers with OK-TF1 are en-route to help those effected by #Harvey pic.twitter.com/9ABE5MrmSo
— Oklahoma City Police (@OKCPD) August 28, 2017
#NMSP will be deploying officers to support in relief of #HurricaneHarvey pic.twitter.com/YVHZ02nZud
— NMSP (@NMStatePolice) August 30, 2017
#HoustonStrong https://t.co/WM5Rj9hORa
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) August 31, 2017
#BREAKING: Watch #USNavy HSC-7 Sailors conduct #HurricaneHarvey search and rescue mission over #Beaumont, Texas, earlier today. pic.twitter.com/Xt0DuFvDTn
— U.S. Navy (@USNavy) August 30, 2017
UPDATE: 4,900+ rescues and rescue assists as of this afternoon. #WeAreGuard ??
— National Guard (@NationalGuard) August 30, 2017
As water continues to rise, the #NationalGuard is out in full force helping people (and their pets) any way they can. #HoustonStrong pic.twitter.com/NmEwHzi5LE
— National Guard (@NationalGuard) August 29, 2017
We are a force for community and for country. All day and night, we work alongside first responders & fellow #USmilitary. #HurricaneHarvey pic.twitter.com/H7PvGrPh7X
— National Guard (@NationalGuard) August 29, 2017
Helping Rockport cleanup and recover after #Harvey with @VP. pic.twitter.com/dmBEMN59su
— Gov. Greg Abbott (@GovAbbott) August 31, 2017
As our state responds to #Harvey, what continues to stand strong is the character of Texans. https://t.co/LorzWwGevB
— Gov. Greg Abbott (@GovAbbott) August 29, 2017
26th MEU stands by to support hurricane relief efforts.
More: https://t.co/eqP1RPUB0y pic.twitter.com/42q4l23dJQ
— U.S. Marines (@USMC) August 31, 2017
Red Cross & partner shelters offered a safe place for 33,000+ people in Texas to stay last night. Shelters also open in Louisiana. #Harvey pic.twitter.com/YhJ7E1a7Zo
— American Red Cross (@RedCross) August 31, 2017
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