On Monday, July 8, Hurricane Beryl hit the Gulf Coast of Texas near the town of Matagorda after causing destruction and death in Venezuela, Jamaica, and the Grenadines.

The water in the Gulf of Mexico strengthened Hurricane Beryl as it approached the state of Texas, bringing heavy rain, flooding, and winds up to 100 miles per hour.

According to state reports, the Houston region has suffered 13 confirmed deaths due to storm related causes and nearly 3 million people across the state are without power. 

In response to this extreme weather, the National Guard activated troops in different parts of the country helping with crisis response. Lt. Governor Dan Patrick of Texas said that 2,500 responders were deployed in response to the effects of Hurricane Beryl, including the Texas National Guard who provided personnel and important equipment like Chinooks & Black Hawk Helicopters. The Coast Guard also helped with emergency and pollution response efforts.

Other states like Vermont are also facing the effects of Hurricane Beryl, including extreme flooding which has resulted in at least two deaths in the state. In response to this, the Vermont National Guard helped local rescue teams evacuate civilians from locations in Barre, Northfield and Moretown. 

The National Guard is composed of trained troops that are proud to help American civilians in crisis from severe weather such as hurricanes. This response includes expert personnel in evacuations, communications, delivering supplies, and deploying necessary vehicles.