Question

texas has an impending storm, and california is experiencing a water crisis. match the technologies with the state that can use them to reduce the effects of these natural hazards

Explanation:

The first image appears to be a desalination plant which can help with water - scarcity issues, so it's for California. The second image looks like a flood - prevention barrier which is useful for Texas with its impending storm. The third image seems to be a type of structural reinforcement which can be used in Texas for storm protection. The fourth image is a dam which can be used for water management in California's water crisis.

Answer:

Texas: Second image (flood - prevention barrier), Third image (structural reinforcement)
California: First image (desalination plant), Fourth image (dam)