Arkansas National Guard Troops Extend Deployment to Assist Texas Flood Recovery Efforts

Arkansas National Guard troops were deployed July 8, 2025, to assist Texas officials with recovery efforts after deadly flooding. The initial group of 22 troops, including pilots, crew chiefs, and maintenance personnel, was scheduled to conclude their work on July 12. However, Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders approved a weeklong extension of active duty, allowing them to continue their duties through Saturday.

Key Takeaways:

• The Arkansas National Guard has deployed 22 troops, including 16 personnel and 4 Black Hawk helicopters, to assist with search and rescue efforts in central Texas.
• The troops' initial deployment was scheduled to end on July 12, but was extended through Saturday due to ongoing recovery efforts.
• Two additional troops are serving as liaisons in Arkansas to coordinate direct support to deployed soldiers as needed.
• The Arkansas Division of Emergency Management joined recovery efforts by deploying a specialized two-person team to Texas to support resource tracking, documentation, and operational reporting.
• At least 120 people have died and 160 remain missing due to the flooding in central Texas on July 4.

Statistics:

• 22 troops from the Arkansas National Guard have been deployed to assist with search and rescue efforts.
• 4 Black Hawk helicopters are being used to transport search and rescue personnel.
• The Arkansas Division of Emergency Management has deployed a specialized two-person team to Texas to support recovery efforts.
• At least 120 people have died due to the flooding in central Texas on July 4.
• 160 people remain missing due to the flooding.

Sources:

• Arkansas Advocate: "Arkansas National Guard to Assist with Texas Flood Recovery Efforts"
• Arkansas Advocate: "Arkansas Emergency Management Team to Assist with Texas Flood Recovery Efforts"
• The Texas Tribune: "Texas Hill Country Floods: Kerrville, Recovery Hub"
• Arkansas Globe: "Gov. Huckabee Sanders Approves Extension for Arkansas National Guard to Assist with Texas Flood Recovery"