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Trump heads to Texas flood zone, avoiding criticism he's heaped on other governors

President Donald Trump travels to Texas on Friday amid growing questions about how local officials responded to the devastating floods, as well as questions about the federal response -- including FEMA's fate -- that he has so far avoided.

USA TODAY on MSN · 14h

Trump expected to visit site of Texas flooding Friday. What we know so far.

More than 100 people are dead after heavy rainfall overwhelmed a river in central Texas. Here's what we know about Trump's trip to the area.

The Washington Post on MSN · 1d

Trump’s NOAA pick appears in confirmation hearing days after Texas floods

In the five months since Trump chose Neil Jacobs as NOAA administrator, hundreds of NOAA scientists and meteorologists have left the agency through a combination of firings, buyouts and retirements.

At least 95 dead in Kerr County, Texas

The Associated Press on MSN · 21h

Texas officials in Kerr County missed chances over the years to mitigate flood damage

Over the last decade, an array of Texas state and local agencies missed opportunities to fund a flood warning system, including failing to secure roughly $1 million US for a project to better protect Kerr County’s 50,

The Independent on MSN · 1h

Texas floods latest: Over 120 dead as Kerr County ‘repeatedly denied funding’ for flood warning system

The catastrophic Central Texas floods have claimed at least 121 lives and left 173 missing, as a report reveals that Kerr County officials were repeatedly denied state funding for an emergency flood warning system.

Austin American-Statesman · 3d

Kerr County asked Texas to help pay for a flood warning system for 8 years. Can it happen now?

Kerr County and the Upper Guadalupe River Authority have tried several times to get funding to upgrade flood alerts on the river, dating back to 2016.

Texas, Camp Mystic and Flood Zone

ABC News on MSN · 50m

How Texas' land rules allowed camps to operate in flood-prone areas

The deadly Texas floods have brought the state's approach to land approvals, especially in flood-prone areas, under more scrutiny.

USA TODAY on MSN · 1d

These Mexican camp counselors put on 'brave faces' to protect girls during Texas floods

Two 19-year-old Camp Mystic counselors knew tragedy had unfolded in other cabins early in the morning hours of July 4. But they were responsible for the girls in their own bunk, who knew enough to be upset and worried.

SFGate · 10h

Map Shows Texas Girls' Camp Where Dozens Drowned Was Located in High-Risk Flood Zone

At least 27 campers and counselors at Camp Mystic perished in Friday's floods, with the total death toll in the floods now surpassing 100.

Texas, floods

USA TODAY on MSN · 12h

Texas flood deaths rise to 120; search for missing enters seventh day: Live updates

At least 120 people have been found dead since heavy rainfall overwhelmed the river and flowed through homes and youth camps in the early morning hours of July 4. Ninety-six of those killed were in the hardest-hit county in central Texas, Kerr County, where the toll includes at least 36 children.

CBS News · 10h

Texas flood rescue teams continue to search for scores of missing people as death toll climbs

Nearly a week after deadly floods struck Central Texas, search and rescue teams are continuing to probe debris for those still missing.

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ABC · 8h

Texas flooding live updates: Death toll at 121 as search continues for the missing

The number of deaths due to the flooding in Texas is now at least 78, according to the latest information from state officials. Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) Chief

What NFL teams have donated to Texas flood relief efforts? Updated list

The Houston Texans were the first to announce their donations on Saturday, July 5, with more coming throughout the week. The ...

13hon MSN

Kerr County officials waited 90 minutes to send emergency alert after requested, dispatch audio shows

At a Wednesday morning press conference, Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha declined to answer a question about delayed ...

The Texas Tribune on MSN10h

Did fiscal conservatism block plans for a new flood warning system in Kerr County?

In the last nine years, federal funding for a system has been denied to the county as it contends with a tax base hostile to ...

26mon MSN

Kerr County business owner remembers joyful night before catastrophic flood

One of the most beautiful nights we’ve ever had. And I’m just glad that they had that before they passed away,” she said, ...

WVTF50m

How flood sirens could have saved lives in Texas

In the wake of the deadly flash floods in Texas, state leaders are exploring whether to install more flood warning sirens.

16hon MSN

How searchers are agonizingly scouring for Texas flood victims, including children – and absorbing an emotional toll

The grim task of searching for the scores of people missing from the devastating flood that struck Texas Hill Country nearly ...

The Texas Tribune15h

Search for flood victims slowed by mountains of debris as thousands descend on Kerr County to assist

Crews are using construction equipment to clear vehicles, trees and homes in a race to locate the 161 people still missing ...

Disaster unemployment aid now available for Kerr County workers affected by July 4 flooding

Kerr County workers affected by July 4 flooding can now apply for disaster unemployment assistance through the Texas ...

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