Why hasn't the Natl Guard been called up

[procon]

To bring in their heavy duty power generators and water facilities? They are great at logistical work like getting necessities delivered or transporting people to a warm venue where food and beds are available.

It's clear the political leadership isn't going to help people. The NG could be working on public infrastructure to restore services and getting food and meds distributed.

Why aren't Texans outraged at being tossed off like rubbish and left to suffer?

[MineralMan]

1. You'd have to ask the Governor of Texas.

He's the one who has to make the call. I think he's trying to minimize the extent of the disaster.

[Mariana]

6. Yeah, if he just ignores it, it'll go away, like magic.

All that's missing is a clip of him saying, "I don't take responsibility at all!"

[The Velveteen Ocelot]

2. The governor has to do that.

Will he?

[Squinch]

3. Biden sent FEMA pretty quickly.

[Beaverhausen]

4. Biden authorizes supplies for Texas amid power outages, approves Oklahoma disaster declaration

https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/539437-biden-authorizes-supplies-for-texas-amid-power-outages-approves

[Make7]

5. They have been activated, but their role seems limited.

I believe the Governor is responsible for defining their mission.

Texas National Guard Deployed To Help Get Residents To Warmth, Power Issues Continue Due To Winter Weather

February 15, 2021

AUSTIN, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – With temperatures reaching dangerously cold conditions and continued power outages, the state of Texas is sending additional resources, as well as National Guard troops, to local officials to help with response.

Gov. Greg Abbott announced Monday afternoon the state will be sending resources to help clear snow and ice-covered roads and assistance to essential workers like health care and power grid workers.

The governor also said Texas National Guard troops will be deployed across the state to help conduct welfare checks and help move residents, like the elderly, to local warming centers.

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https://dfw.cbslocal.com/2021/02/15/texas-national-guard-deployed-help-residents-warmth-power-issues-continue-winter-weather/