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Former Uvalde school police chief's court appearance postponed due to Texas flooding
By ABCNews at ABC13 Houston
· July 14, 2026
· 1 min read
Former Uvalde, Texas, school police chief Pete Arredondo was due to appear in federal court Tuesday, but the hearing was abruptly postponed due to heavy rain and flooding in parts of Texas, and a new date has not yet been scheduled.
Why this matters in The Woodlands
The lightning-sparked house fires in Cinco Ranch serve as a stark warning to residents of The Woodlands , who face similar risks due to the area's location in a region prone to Gulf hurricane and flooding risks. Given The Woodlands' proximity to Houston and its own history of severe weather events, residents should be vigilant about taking precautions to protect their homes and properties from storm-related damage. The fact that three firefighters were injured while responding to the Cinco Ranch fires also underscores the bravery and risks taken by first responders in Montgomery County, including those serving The Woodlands Township. As the region heads into the peak hurricane season, residents of The Woodlands would do well to review their emergency preparedness plans and ensure they have a plan in place in case of severe weather.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: ABC13 Houston ·
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What is this story about? Former Uvalde, Texas, school police chief Pete Arredondo was due to appear in federal court Tuesday, but the hearing was abruptly postponed due to heavy rain and flooding in parts of Texas, and a new date has not yet been scheduled.
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