HOUSTON – The world is coming out to support Texas, and particularly Houston, as Harvey rages through our area.
Former President George H. W. Bush and Barbara Bush released this statement of support: “Barbara and I are in Maine, but our hearts are in Houston. We are praying for all of our fellow Houstonians and Texans affected by Harvey, and truly inspired by the flotilla of volunteers -- Points of Light all -- who are answering the call to help their neighbors. We salute them, the first responders, and the local elected officials for their grit and determination in the face of this extraordinary storm. This we know: Houston, and Texas, will come together and rebuild."
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Herewith a message from former President and Mrs @GeorgeHWBush to their fellow Houstonians and Texans. pic.twitter.com/XmxfZB5X4E
— Jim McGrath (@jgm41) August 28, 2017
Here are some of the reactions and signs of support from throughout the U.S.:
Nikki Haley:
Having gone through a "1000 Year Flood" event, my heart goes out to the people in Texas.Once again we are witnessing the goodness of people.
— Archive: Ambassador Nikki Haley (@AmbNikkiHaley) August 28, 2017
JJ Watt:
Recovery efforts from Hurricane Harvey will be massive.
— JJ Watt (@JJWatt) August 27, 2017
We must come together to help rebuild our communities.https://t.co/SR6DmnNbyM pic.twitter.com/iiMsG2i4dl
Hilary Duff:
This is beyond devastating 💔truly heartbroken for my home town. #staystrong #deepintheheart 🙏🏻 pic.twitter.com/2BQUMpGQS3
— Hilary Duff (@HilaryDuff) August 28, 2017
Kevin Hart:
I'm calling this the Hurraice Harvey Relief Challenge....Lets go @therock beyonce chrisrock Jay… https://t.co/bH2jRhT1HW
— Kevin Hart (@KevinHart4real) August 27, 2017
President Trump:
THANK YOU to all of the great volunteers helping out with #HurricaneHarvey relief in Texas! https://t.co/Ds95oSgo8f
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) August 26, 2017
Gov. Greg Abbott:
Urging Texans in the pathway of #Harvey to heed warnings from local officials & adhere to all evacuation orders. https://t.co/wJ9fksX5Nb pic.twitter.com/NNBUesBnD6
— Gov. Greg Abbott (@GovAbbott) August 25, 2017
Dak Prescott:
My thoughts & prayers are heavy for Houston & the surrounding areas being affected by Hurricane Harvey!
— Dak Prescott (@dak) August 28, 2017
Miranda Lambert:
💔💔💔💔. Prayers, light and love for Texas! 🙏🙌🏻 #home #hurricaneharvey pic.twitter.com/Uj1ZgZuXgc
— Miranda Lambert (@mirandalambert) August 28, 2017
Beyonce:
Ellen DeGeneres:
The people of Texas need our help and our kindness. Text HARVEY to 90999 to make a $10 donation. @RedCross
— Ellen DeGeneres (@TheEllenShow) August 27, 2017
Chris Brown:
DJ Khaled
Wendy Williams:
I'm praying for everyone in Texas. Please stay safe. #HarveyStorm #HoustonStrong #Texas pic.twitter.com/bUl3hQnZ7S
— Wendy Williams (@WendyWilliams) August 28, 2017
Kandi Burruss:
I just donated 10k to help the people affected by #hurricaneharvey by clicking the link in… https://t.co/qwL3YsZ05E
— Kandi Burruss (@Kandi) August 29, 2017
The Houston Texans and the energy company Anadarko have each donated $1 million to the United Way of Greater Houston Relief Fund to help those impacted by Harvey.
Houston Rockets owner Leslie Alexander has pledged $10 million and Houston Astros owner Jim Crane will donate $4 million.
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo will commit $2 million to Hurricane Harvey relief efforts.