In phone call with Gov. Abbott, Trump pledges support for Texas ahead of Hurricane Harvey

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Donald Trump offered Texas federal support ahead of Hurricane Harvey, the first major storm to hit the Lone Star State in more than a decade.

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Donald Trump offered Texas federal support ahead of Hurricane Harvey, the first major storm to hit the Lone Star State in more than a decade.

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Speaking to Gov. Greg Abbott on Thursday night, President Donald Trump pledged "all available resources from the federal government" to help Texas deal with Hurricane Harvey.

According to a news release detailing portions of the phone call, Abbott thanked the president and said the state is "working hand-in-hand with local and federal partners on all issues related to the storm."

Trump also spoke to Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards, offering similar support for Texas' neighbor.

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Hurricane Harvey is expected to make landfall in Texas on Friday night. Harris County residents can expect between 10 and 20 inches of rainfall.

As of Thursday night, the city of Houston had not issued an evacuation order, nor is one being considered, according to Mayor Sylvester Turner.

To stay updated on weather alerts and conditions for Hurricane Harvey, visit Chron.com's weather page.

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