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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 ...
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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 ...
Sen. Ted Cruz, county officials say at least 75 dead in Kerr County, search and rescue continues after flooding
State officials said rescue efforts in Central Texas following devastating flooding continue, emphasizing the state's ...
$30M raised to help Texas flood victims, foundation announces
A Texas non-profit foundation on Friday said $30 million has been raised to support those in Kerr County impacted by the recent floods. “In just one week, donors from across Texas and beyond have ...
Kerr County flood victims face heartbreak as looting adds to devastation and displacement
It’s been almost a week since the deadly flooding disaster in Kerr County. Survivors are still in shock like Jack Halmon are ...
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, ...
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 ...
Trump plans to tour Texas flood damage as the scope of the disaster tests his pledge to shutter FEMA
During Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting, Trump did not mention those plans and instead praised the federal flooding response.