81 m. ago Trumps to Visit Texas Flood Sites, Where Search for Missing and Dead Continues

The president and the first lady were set to tour areas devastated by flooding in Central Texas. The administration has faced scrutiny over its level of preparedness and its disaster response.

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

President Donald Trump will travel to Texas on Friday in the wake of devastating floods that killed at least 120 people, including dozens of children.

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2 h. ago Dennis Quaid devastated by close family connection to Texas floods

Texas native Dennis Quaid recalls his sleepless night during the deadly floods when he couldn't contact his daughter, who was working as a camp counselor near Kerrville.

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8 h. ago Heartless and Irrational: Texas Tribune Attacks Local Officials Reeling from Deadly Flash Floods

As search and rescue operations continue in the aftermath of the deadly Independence Day flood in Kerrville, Texas, local officials are bearing the brunt of activist news reporters who appear hell bent on politicizing the tragedy. With little to no evidence provided, one story in the Texas Tribune suggests that local officials may have stood idle for more than three hours instead of acting to save lives. The post Heartless and Irrational: Texas Tribune Attacks Local Officials Reeling from Deadly Flash Floods appeared first on Breitbart.

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10 h. ago Texas County Flagged Need for Flood Alarm Months Before Tragedy

Kerr County repeatedly failed to secure a warning system, even as local officials remained aware of the risks and as billions of dollars were available for similar projects.

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12 h. ago Even after Texas floods, S.F. has no plans to fix its defunct tsunami warning sirens

Even after Texas floods, S.F. has no plans to fix its defunct tsunami warning sirens  San Francisco Chronicle

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12 h. ago Texas flooding live updates: Death toll at 121 as search continues for the missing

Over 100 people have died after heavy rain pounded Kerr County, Texas, early Friday, leading to "catastrophic" flooding, the sheriff said.

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14 h. ago NOAA nominee discusses extreme weather amidst agency cutbacks

Immediately after floods devastated Texas, nominees to fill key roles at NOAA were grilled by senators ahead of a confirmation vote. The agency faces a major budget cut and employee losses.

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14 h. ago Trump to Meet with 1st Responders, Families Affected by Tragic Flooding During Texas Trip

President Donald Trump on Friday will set out for Texas, where flooding in the Hill Country tragically killed at least 120 people and left another 173 in the state missing last week. The post Trump to Meet with 1st Responders, Families Affected by Tragic Flooding During Texas Trip appeared first on Breitbart.

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14 h. ago Noem rips CNN report claiming she delayed DHS response to Texas flood as 'absolutely trash'

DHS head Kristi Noem refuted a CNN report that her requirement for personal sign-off on DHS contracts over $100,000 slowed emergency response to deadly Texas flooding.

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15 h. ago Texas flooding live updates: Death toll at 120 as search continues for the missing

Over 100 people have died after heavy rain pounded Kerr County, Texas, early Friday, leading to "catastrophic" flooding, the sheriff said.

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18 h. ago Texas City Racked by Floods Becomes a Hub for Search and Recovery

Most summers, Kerrville, Texas, draws crowds for its July 4 celebration. This year, the streets are filled with emergency responders.

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18 h. ago Fired Pediatrician Who Blamed MAGA Texans for Deadly Floods Ripped for 'Heartless' Apology

The Houston pediatrician who lost her job over a social media post blaming MAGA Texans for the deadly floods is now apologizing. The post Fired Pediatrician Who Blamed MAGA Texans for Deadly Floods Ripped for ‘Heartless’ Apology appeared first on Breitbart.

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19 h. ago Discovery of Texas Flood Victims Slows After Nearly a Week of Searching

Officials in Kerr County, the hardest-hit region, said the number of missing remained unchanged since Tuesday, at 161. The floods have killed at least 120 people statewide.

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22 h. ago Trapped by floodwater, camp director called to say she 'can't get out'

Director Jane Ragsdale had been with Heart O' The Hills camp for almost 50 years.

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23 h. ago Samaritan's Purse volunteers bring faith and supplies to Texans in need

Samaritan's Purse volunteers are helping Texans clean up whose homes were destroyed in deadly floods while bringing them a message of faith in Jesus.

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23 h. ago Chance of Finding More Survivors of Texas Flooding Dims as Search Continues

At least 120 people have died and some 173 people remain unaccounted for statewide, nearly a week after flash floods ravaged the Texas Hill Country.

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23 h. ago Data reveals FEMA missed major flood risks. And, measles hit highest level in decades

New data reveals FEMA missed major flood risks at Camp Mystic, where over two dozen died in the Texas flood. And, U.S. measles cases hit the highest level in over three decades.

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24 h. ago Teams continue search efforts following floods in central Texas

NPR talks with retired Lt. Gen. Russel Honoré, who coordinated military relief efforts after Hurricane Katrina, about the search for people believed missing after the Texas floods.

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24 h. ago Hundreds are missing after Texas floods. Here's why it could take months to find them

A retired Army lieutenant general who led the military response after Hurricane Katrina says searches can take a long time because human remains can be trapped under debris that must be removed piece by piece.

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