Texas, floods and camp
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The early warnings and alerts from the National Weather Service didn’t indicate a catastrophic flood was on its way.
Search and rescue teams continue their efforts in Kerr County following catastrophic floods.
In an effort to help Texas flooding victims, the organization is accepting donations for its Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, which its website says will “support nonprofit organizations, first responder agencies, and local governments actively involved in response, relief, and recovery efforts.”
Hundreds gathered at a Texas stadium to honor the 120 flood victims; the governor urged better disaster preparedness.
As the storm system intensified overnight, rainfall totals surged beyond predictions, overwhelming the area’s rivers, creeks, and storm drainage systems.
President Donald Trump spoke about the loss of life as a result of the flooding while surrounded by state and city leaders in Kerrville on Friday.
For many in Oklahoma, summer means summer camp. But as the flooding tragedy unfolds in Texas, how are camps preparing in case of emergencies?
The Texas Senate and Texas House have formed select committees to address disaster preparedness and flooding, with the first hearings scheduled for July 23 and a second in Kerrville.
Bloomberg on MSN1d
Need to Prepare Better: George P. Bush on Texas FloodsGeorge P. Bush, Former Commissioner of the Texas General Land Office, shares his thoughts on Texas needing to pass legislation to create an early warning system for natural disasters. He also talks about how state & federal governments need to adapt to a changing environment and if there should be changes to FEMA.
In response to the deadly flash floods in Texas, King County leaders are taking proactive measures to prevent a similar disaster.
As a climate scientist who calls Texas home, I can tell you that the Hill Country of Texas is no stranger to flooding. Meteorologists often refer to it as “Flash Flood Alley” because of its steep terrain, shallow soils, and its history of sudden and intense rainfall.