Opinion

Warmer temperatures over the weekend and continuing this week melted most of the snow from the state’s roadways and roofs. But Texans are still dealing with broken pipes that flooded homes and businesses, damaged municipal water systems, and continued power outages in scattered areas, mainly in East and Central Texas.

Texas’ rivers are iconic. But the groundwater that sustains them is invisible.

Last week, millions of Texans faced extreme winter weathers and days without power or running water. However, we also saw incredible kindness to our fellow neighbors, including taking in strangers without power and delivering food and supplies to those in need. I am working hard to make sure our local governments, non-profits, and residents have the resources to help with recovery efforts.