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Bill overhauling disaster emergency response misses final approval in Texas Senate
Read full article: Bill overhauling disaster emergency response misses final approval in Texas SenateBoth legislative chambers adjourned without agreeing on changes to Senate Bill 2, which aimed to create new training and licensing requirements for local officials.
Hill Country nonprofit pledges $40 million to help rebuild flood victims’ homes
Read full article: Hill Country nonprofit pledges $40 million to help rebuild flood victims’ homesThe Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has a four-pronged recovery plan: rebuilding homes, supporting mental health, economic recovery, and reviving the area’s quality of life.
History repeated itself when the Guadalupe River swept away Camp Mystic. Why few lessons were learned after the 1987 flood.
Read full article: History repeated itself when the Guadalupe River swept away Camp Mystic. Why few lessons were learned after the 1987 flood.The Fourth of July flood bore a striking similarity to the Hill Country flood that killed 10 summer campers in 1987. In the following years, officials took little action to protect against the next storm.
Along Guadalupe River, more than a dozen summer camps have structures in flood zones
Read full article: Along Guadalupe River, more than a dozen summer camps have structures in flood zonesMost of the camps were built decades ago, before modern modeling and flood maps. Counties have little power to regulate construction flood plains.
Bill to install warning sirens in flash flood-prone areas passes Texas Senate
Read full article: Bill to install warning sirens in flash flood-prone areas passes Texas SenateA bill filed in the aftermath of the devastating July 4 Texas Hill Country floods which aims to install outdoor warning sirens in areas with a history of flash flooding has passed the Texas Senate.
Investigation shows chaos of deadly Texas Hill Country floods through emergency recordings and videos
Read full article: Investigation shows chaos of deadly Texas Hill Country floods through emergency recordings and videosThe Associated Press has assembled a chronology of chaotic rescue efforts as a flash flood barreled through the Hill Country of Central Texas before dawn July 4.
‘She looked like she was dancing:’ Ingram man guided by scream to girl lost in Texas Hill Country flood
Read full article: ‘She looked like she was dancing:’ Ingram man guided by scream to girl lost in Texas Hill Country floodAn Ingram man searching flood-ravaged banks says a mysterious scream led him to a young girl’s body, bringing a grieving family closure.
ONLY ON 2: Fly over the Guadalupe River one month after devastating Texas Hill Country flood
Read full article: ONLY ON 2: Fly over the Guadalupe River one month after devastating Texas Hill Country floodIt’s been one month since the devastating Texas Hill Country flood that turned the quiet and calm Guadalupe River into a fury that this area has never seen before.
Houston dive teams among the nationwide effort to find remaining missing in Texas Hill Country flood
Read full article: Houston dive teams among the nationwide effort to find remaining missing in Texas Hill Country floodElite Houston dive teams are in the Texas Hill Country using rare underwater sonar to search 127 miles of the Guadalupe River for the final two victims of the deadly July 4 flood.
As the floods hit, Kerrville officials’ messages show lack of information about what was coming
Read full article: As the floods hit, Kerrville officials’ messages show lack of information about what was comingLawmakers plan to hear testimony Thursday in Kerr County. Questions remain about how state and local entities responded to flood warnings.
In Kerr County, some summer camps are reopening after the devastating July 4 flood
Read full article: In Kerr County, some summer camps are reopening after the devastating July 4 floodAt least two summer camps in the Texas Hill Country have invited campers back after sustaining little to no damage from the flood. Other camps are still combing through the rubble.
Woman’s body recovered following deadly Kerr County floods; 2 still missing
Read full article: Woman’s body recovered following deadly Kerr County floods; 2 still missingSearch and recovery efforts are still underway in the Texas Hill Country after heavy rains flooded the Guadalupe River, causing a flash flood that took hundreds of lives earlier this month.
3 people are still missing from deadly July 4 floods in Texas county, down from nearly 100
Read full article: 3 people are still missing from deadly July 4 floods in Texas county, down from nearly 100Officials in a Texas hill country community pummeled by deadly flooding on July 4 say just three people remain missing, down from nearly 100.
What to know as Texas' search for flood victims stretches into a third week
Read full article: What to know as Texas' search for flood victims stretches into a third weekThe number of people still missing in a Texas county ravaged by deadly flooding over the Fourth of July holiday weekend now stands at three, down from nearly 100.
Whether camp director received flood warning now “unclear,” according to family spokesperson
Read full article: Whether camp director received flood warning now “unclear,” according to family spokespersonA spokesperson for the owners and executive directors of Camp Mystic now says it is not known whether Richard “Dick” Eastland received a National Weather Service alert on his phone. Eastland lost his life trying to save the camp’s youngest campers from July 4 flood waters.
Camp Mystic officials still working on flood alert timeline after the deaths of 27 campers
Read full article: Camp Mystic officials still working on flood alert timeline after the deaths of 27 campersA spokesperson for Camp Mystic said he is still working to confirm the timeline of events that led to the deaths of 27 campers and counselors on July 4th.
The search for those missing in catastrophic Texas floods resumes in some areas after pause for rain
Read full article: The search for those missing in catastrophic Texas floods resumes in some areas after pause for rainOfficials are keeping a wary eye on river levels as some crews resume the search for people still missing after catastrophic flooding pummeled Texas this month.
‘Eerily similar’: Survivor of 1987 floods reflects after the Hill Country flooding
Read full article: ‘Eerily similar’: Survivor of 1987 floods reflects after the Hill Country floodingKathryn McCay-Sylvester is one of the 33 survivors of the deadly 1987 Guadalupe River flooding. She said the recent flooding in Texas' Hill Country brought back memories.
Procession scheduled for Saturday as body of Shiloh Wilson is brought back to Kingwood
Read full article: Procession scheduled for Saturday as body of Shiloh Wilson is brought back to KingwoodA procession is scheduled to arrive Saturday afternoon in Kingwood as the body of Shiloh Wilson, one of the victim’s of the devastating Guadalupe River flood, is brought back home and reunited with his parents.
A small Texas community where everyone survived flooding has sirens that warned them
Read full article: A small Texas community where everyone survived flooding has sirens that warned themOfficials at the Comfort Volunteer Fire Department triggered a flood warning siren last week when the Guadalupe River began to swell.
From Boots to Bracelets: Facebook page helps grieving families recover children’s treasures after Texas floods
Read full article: From Boots to Bracelets: Facebook page helps grieving families recover children’s treasures after Texas floodsA public Facebook page is looking to comfort those who lost their loved ones in last week’s devastating flash floods.
Officials are trying to figure out who’s really missing from the Hill Country floods
Read full article: Officials are trying to figure out who’s really missing from the Hill Country floodsTexas officials say more than 170 people are considered unaccounted for after extraordinary floods swamped parts of Kerr County and nearby areas.
First responder’s CodeRED call for Kerr County flood alert delayed by approval process, records show
Read full article: First responder’s CodeRED call for Kerr County flood alert delayed by approval process, records showThe request of a CodeRED was met with a dispatcher informing the first responder, “10-4 stand by, we have to get that approved with our supervisor, please be advised we do have the Texas Water Rescue en route.”
PHOTOS: Community honors those lost in devastating flood in vigil at Kerrville’s Antler Stadium
Read full article: PHOTOS: Community honors those lost in devastating flood in vigil at Kerrville’s Antler StadiumIt has been five days since devastating floods left massive destruction in the Texas Hill Country.
‘Ankle deep in water’: 12-Year-Old Georgetown boy describes escape from Hill Country floods
Read full article: ‘Ankle deep in water’: 12-Year-Old Georgetown boy describes escape from Hill Country floodsA 12-year-old Georgetown boy is recalling his escape to safety while at Camp La Junta during the Hill Country floods.
What flood insurance does and does not cover
Read full article: What flood insurance does and does not coverThough natural disasters cycle across seasons and regions in the U.S., it’s often a shocking discovery for property owners how expansive and expensive flood and water damage can be when a major storm devastates their homes, businesses and communities.
Texas Hill Country floodwaters are heading to the Gulf. Will downstream areas need to worry about flooding?
Read full article: Texas Hill Country floodwaters are heading to the Gulf. Will downstream areas need to worry about flooding?Over the next 24 hours, parts of Victoria, especially near the Guadalupe River gauge in Bloomington, are expected to see minor flood stages.
How Americans think the government should respond to natural disasters, according to recent polls
Read full article: How Americans think the government should respond to natural disasters, according to recent pollsMost U.S. adults who've experienced major flooding in the past five years think climate change was at least a partial cause.
Veterans and volunteers rally in flood-ravaged Center Point to aid search and relief
Read full article: Veterans and volunteers rally in flood-ravaged Center Point to aid search and reliefAlong the muddy banks of the Guadalupe River, about 10 miles from Kerrville, a group of veterans, first responders, and every day people are doing more than just helping. They’re answering a call to serve once again.
Hearts Hurt? Messages of faith, support and positivity pop up in devastated Texas Hill Country
Read full article: Hearts Hurt? Messages of faith, support and positivity pop up in devastated Texas Hill CountryIn the small river towns that dot the Guadalupe River in Kerr County, you can’t look far without seeing devastation.
KPRC, KSAT, Graham Media Group and Gray Media unite to launch Together for Texas, an emergency donation drive
Read full article: KPRC, KSAT, Graham Media Group and Gray Media unite to launch Together for Texas, an emergency donation driveIn response to the devastating Fourth of July floods across Central Texas, KPRC, KSAT12, Graham Media Group, and Gray Media, Inc. have united to launch an urgent donation drive called Together for Texas.
Veteran youth camp director shares insights on Camp Mystic flood tragedy
Read full article: Veteran youth camp director shares insights on Camp Mystic flood tragedyAt a memorial for the 27 victims — 25 girls and two camp counselors — who died in the tragic flood at Camp Mystic in the Texas Hill Country, young voices expressed the deep pain felt by many Texas families.
Kingwood florist offering free floral arrangements for Hill Country flood victims
Read full article: Kingwood florist offering free floral arrangements for Hill Country flood victimsWith more than 50 florists volunteering their services, the Kingwood florist is inviting families of victims to reach out for this free assistance.
Intense downpours like those in Texas are more frequent, but there's no telling where they'll happen
Read full article: Intense downpours like those in Texas are more frequent, but there's no telling where they'll happenIntense rainstorms are becoming more frequent in most of the U.S. — though experts say where they occur and whether they cause catastrophic flooding is largely a matter of chance.
Volunteers flock to help search efforts after Texas floods even as officials warn them away
Read full article: Volunteers flock to help search efforts after Texas floods even as officials warn them awayFlash flooding in Texas Hill Country has triggered one of the largest rescue operations in the state’s history.
‘I’ve never seen anything as horrific’: Sen. Ted Cruz speaks on devastating Hill Country floods
Read full article: ‘I’ve never seen anything as horrific’: Sen. Ted Cruz speaks on devastating Hill Country floodsAs many communities in the Texas Hill Country continue to search for victims and pick up the pieces following devastating floods, Sen. Ted Cruz was in Hunt, in Kerr County Monday.
‘We just got out’: Kerrville families clean up after Guadalupe River flooding while some say help hasn’t come
Read full article: ‘We just got out’: Kerrville families clean up after Guadalupe River flooding while some say help hasn’t comeAs floodwaters from the Guadalupe River begin to recede, the emotional and physical toll on Hill Country residents is only just beginning to show.
Texas county deflects mounting questions over actions before deadly flood
Read full article: Texas county deflects mounting questions over actions before deadly floodIn the days after the devastating flood that killed dozens in Central Texas, local officials have deflected direct questions about preparations and warnings in advance of the storm that struck July Fourth.
‘Morally bankrupt’: Texas AG warns of scammers targeting those affected by Hill Country floods
Read full article: ‘Morally bankrupt’: Texas AG warns of scammers targeting those affected by Hill Country floodsThe Attorney General’s office is cautioning everyone in the areas affected by storms and flooding to be extremely careful with people offering to help you rebuild or reconstruct.
TIMELINE: Warnings leading up to devastating Guadalupe River flood
Read full article: TIMELINE: Warnings leading up to devastating Guadalupe River floodAs the death toll continues to rise from devastating flooding that struck the Texas Hill Country, questions have been asked about whether there was enough warning ahead of the deadly flooding.
Restaurant owner remembers employee who died saving his family in Hill Country Floods
Read full article: Restaurant owner remembers employee who died saving his family in Hill Country FloodsJulian Ryan, a beloved employee of Howdy's restaurant, tragically lost his life while saving his family from the rising waters.
Camp Mystic ‘grieving the loss’ of 27 campers and counselors following catastrophic Texas floods
Read full article: Camp Mystic ‘grieving the loss’ of 27 campers and counselors following catastrophic Texas floodsThe death toll from catastrophic flooding in Texas over the July Fourth weekend has surpassed 100.
Quick action by one Texas summer camp leads to timely evacuations ahead of deadly flood
Read full article: Quick action by one Texas summer camp leads to timely evacuations ahead of deadly floodOne local summer camp in the path of the disastrous flooding in central Texas was able to avoid any loss of life by closely monitoring weather reports.
Gov. Greg Abbott declares Sunday a day of prayer in Texas after catastrophic floods
Read full article: Gov. Greg Abbott declares Sunday a day of prayer in Texas after catastrophic floodsAs Texas grapples with the aftermath of devastating floods, nearly 60 lives have been lost, and 11 people remain missing. Governor Greg Abbott has declared this Sunday a day of prayer, urging Texans to come together in hope and solidarity.
How to report people missing in catastrophic Kerr County flooding
Read full article: How to report people missing in catastrophic Kerr County floodingIf you have a loved one missing, please report them by emailing kerrvillemissing@dps.texas.gov with their name, description, and a photo. Alternatively, you can call 830-258-1111 or email floodrecovery@co.kerr.tx.us.
Search crews, volunteers comb Texas Hill Country for survivors of devastating flooding
Read full article: Search crews, volunteers comb Texas Hill Country for survivors of devastating floodingThe search for survivors continues in the Texas Hill Country after catastrophic flash flooding swept through Kerr County early Friday morning.
Texas officials face scrutiny over response to catastrophic and deadly flooding
Read full article: Texas officials face scrutiny over response to catastrophic and deadly floodingHours before a massive wall of floodwater barreled down a river in the heart of Texas Hill Country before sunrise on Friday, forecasters with the National Weather Service warned people that dangerous conditions were brewing.
How weather conditions set the stage for deadly Texas flash floods
Read full article: How weather conditions set the stage for deadly Texas flash floodsMeteorologists say incredible amounts of moisture in the air fueled a storm that moved slowly over central Texas, creating conditions for fatal flash floods.
‘Absolute miracle:’ Woman survives being swept away in Texas Hill Country flash flooding, clings to tree 15 miles away
Read full article: ‘Absolute miracle:’ Woman survives being swept away in Texas Hill Country flash flooding, clings to tree 15 miles awayA woman who was swept away by the fast-rising flood waters of the Guadalupe River not only survived the raging water for more than 15 miles, she also held on to a tree for hours until she could be rescued.
Texas floods leave at least 51 dead, 27 girls missing as rescuers search devastated landscape
Read full article: Texas floods leave at least 51 dead, 27 girls missing as rescuers search devastated landscapeDevastating flash floods from a storm that pounded central Texas have killed at least 51 people.
Flash floods like the one that swept through Texas are the nation’s top storm-related killer
Read full article: Flash floods like the one that swept through Texas are the nation’s top storm-related killerA swift-moving flood that swept through the Hill Country of Texas on Friday, killing at least 70 people and leaving many more missing, was a flash flood.
Floods turned beloved Texas camp into a nightmare. At least 27 girls remain missing
Read full article: Floods turned beloved Texas camp into a nightmare. At least 27 girls remain missingAs the floodwaters recede from Camp Mystic, a torrent of grief remains for the families of the children who died and those who went missing when flash floods tore through central Texas earlier this week.
24 dead in Texas floods and more than 20 children missing from a girls summer camp
Read full article: 24 dead in Texas floods and more than 20 children missing from a girls summer campHeavy rains have caused devastating flash floods in Texas Hill Country, killing at least 24 people and leaving many others missing.
Flash flood in Central Texas described as ‘Once-in-a-Lifetime’ disaster by officials
Read full article: Flash flood in Central Texas described as ‘Once-in-a-Lifetime’ disaster by officialsParts of Central Texas are experiencing what officials described as a “catastrophic flooding event,” where fatalities have been confirmed.
Houston misses Central Texas’ flooding rains Saturday, but still picks up showers and storms this weekend
Read full article: Houston misses Central Texas’ flooding rains Saturday, but still picks up showers and storms this weekendHouston’s Fourth of July forecast turned wet because of a pulse of energy in the atmosphere that matched with the ample moisture that continues to work its way from west to east across the state of Texas.
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Biden administration over listing freshwater mussels as endangered
Read full article: Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sues Biden administration over listing freshwater mussels as endangeredThe lawsuit claims the endangered designation for six mussel species is a misuse of environmental law that threatens Texas’ economy.
A plan for Texas to build its own power plants could cost $7 billion more than expected
Read full article: A plan for Texas to build its own power plants could cost $7 billion more than expectedThe plants would be activated during emergencies. Lawmakers haven’t decided whether to pay for them through state funds or higher charges to electricity customers.
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23,000+ rainbow trout to be stocked in 14 Houston-area waterways
Read full article: 23,000+ rainbow trout to be stocked in 14 Houston-area waterwaysHOUSTON – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department are expected to stock over 23,000 rainbow trout in 14 Houston-area waterways, according to the 2020-21 Trout Stocking Schedule. The rainbow trout will be big enough to catch and eat for anyone who wants to keep their catch. Here is the list of Houston-area lakes, rivers, and ponds that will be stocked with the rainbow trout:1. Beaver Pond - Cypress Creek ParkCity: SpringTotal: 2,000Stocking dates: December 16 and January 13, 202111. Dennis Johnston ParkCity: SpringTotal: 1,430Stocking date: January 15, 202112.