89 m. ago Kerr County commissioners debated over flood warning system that was never built

NPR speaks with former Kerr County Commissioner Tom Moser about abandoned plans for a warning system in the part of central Texas that has now been devastated by floods. Moser pushed for the system.

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3 h. ago In Texas, a major search effort is being led by the father of a flood victim

In Kerr County, Texas, Thad Heartfield is leading nearly 100 volunteers searching for flood victims. For him, this mission is personal. His son and three of his son's friends disappeared in the flood.

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4 h. ago 3 dead, including 2 children, in New Mexico flooding, local authorities say

The Village of Ruidoso said three people died in "historic" flash flooding.

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8 h. ago Flash Flooding in Ruidoso, New Mexico, Sweeps Homes Away and Forces Rescues

Rescue efforts were underway after heavy rainfall pounded Ruidoso, N.M.

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9 h. ago Texas flooding live updates: State OK'd camp's emergency plans 2 days before floods

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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9 h. ago New Mexico Town Hit with Flash Flooding, Homes Swept Down River

A town in New Mexico was hit with devastating flash flooding on Tuesday, leading to homes and businesses being flooded and swept down river after heavy rainfall led to the Rio Ruidoso rising about 20 feet within an hour. The post New Mexico Town Hit with Flash Flooding, Homes Swept Down River appeared first on Breitbart.

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9 h. ago Kerr County authorities discussed warning systems at least 20 times since 1987

Kerr County authorities discussed warning systems at least 20 times since 1987.

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13 h. ago Texas flooding live updates: Over 170 missing, Abbott says blame is for 'losers'

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 Kerr County plan labeled flash flooding 'highly likely' with 'major' impact

A "Basic Plan" for emergency response for three Texas counties labeled flash flooding as having a "major" impact on public safety, according to a page on a city website.

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14 h. ago Local officials are reluctant to discuss accountability in the Texas flooding

The flash flooding in Texas hit Kerr County the hardest. More than 80 people died and the number is feared to increase as crews reach decimated areas of the Guadalupe River.

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14 h. ago Texas governor says more than 160 people are still missing after deadly floods

Four days have passed since anyone was found alive in the aftermath of the floods in Kerr County, officials said Tuesday. The post Texas governor says more than 160 people are still missing after deadly floods appeared first on Boston.com.

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15 h. ago Texas flooding live updates: Over 160 missing, Abbott says blame is for 'losers'

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 CNN panel rips 'partisans' for hijacking Texas flood tragedy for political gain

A "CNN This Morning" panel agreed that political finger-pointing distracts from addressing the real issues behind the deadly Texas flash flooding that's claimed more than 100 lives.

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19 h. ago Texas flooding live updates: Officials grilled about response as death toll rises

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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22 h. ago With downpours predicted Tuesday, several Mass. counties under flood watch

"Not everyone will see storms and downpours — but where you do, rainfall rates could reach 1-2"/hr and lead to localized flash flooding." The post With downpours predicted Tuesday, several Mass. counties under flood watch appeared first on Boston.com.

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25 h. ago Remembering some of those lost in the deadly central Texas flash floods

There have been more than 100 deaths following the flash floods in Texas, and dozens more are still unaccounted for. We remember some of those lost in the floods.

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27 h. ago Meteorologist discusses flash flood warnings ahead of deadly Texas floods

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with meteorologist Tom Di Liberto {DEE la-bert-oh} with the nonprofit news organization Climate Central about flash flood warnings preceding the deadly central Texas foods.

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28 h. ago Camp flooding puts parents on edge as tragedy shows danger of sending kids away for summer

Camp Mystic flood claims 27 lives as summer camp tragedies continue across America, from deadly flash floods and drownings to the infamous Girl Scout murders and natural disasters.

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33 h. ago Meteorologists: National Weather Service Had 'Extra' Staff During Texas Floods, Not Impacted by Trump's Cuts

Meteorologists have argued that the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and National Weather Service (NWS) did their jobs well during the devastating Texas flash floods — and even had "extra" staff on hand for the storm — despite Democrats' claims that the Trump administration's cuts to the agencies contributed to the loss of life over the holiday weekend. The post Meteorologists: National Weather Service Had ‘Extra’ Staff During Texas Floods, Not Impacted by Trump’s Cuts appeared first on Breitbart.

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34 h. ago Texas flooding: Could California see same level of flash flooding? Experts say yes

Texas flooding: Could California see same level of flash flooding? Experts say yes  ABC7 San Francisco

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