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Texas flood disaster prompts King County to improve flood preparedness

In response to the deadly flash floods in Texas, King County leaders are taking proactive measures to prevent a similar disaster.

USA TODAY · 2h

After deadly Texas flood, some wonder if Central Mass. has what it needs to be prepared

There's no sense in finger-pointing over whether or not alerts went out fast enough in Texas, said Landry. As she sees it, preparing for the weather comes down to knowing the landscape where you live and planning out what to do if disaster strikes. "You have to be aware and prepared," she said.

Texoma's Homepage · 1h

Texas forms committees for disaster preparedness, flood relief

The Texas Senate and Texas House have formed select committees to address disaster preparedness and flooding, with the first hearings scheduled for July 23 and a second in Kerrville.

Abbott, Texas

KHOU on MSN · 10h

Flood recovery and preparedness top Abbott's official agenda for special session | See the full rundown

Governor Abbott calls a Texas special session with a wide-ranging 18-item agenda, including flood recovery and STAAR test elimination.

KXAN Austin · 39m

Texas lawmakers create flood disaster committees ahead of special session

Texas legislative leaders announced Thursday the creation of joint select committees to examine disaster preparedness and flooding issues following the catastrophic July 4 floods in Central Texas.

USA Today · 9h

Texas Gov. Abbott adds flood, redistricting to Legislature's special session agenda

Gov. Abbott has added new items to the Legislature's special session agenda stemming from recent flooding events. Here's what to know.

Death toll from Texas flash floods tops 100

MSNBC · 17h

'Political pressure on both sides.' Lawmakers dodge blame as Texas flood death toll climbs

A brutal search for survivors is still underway in Texas after catastrophic floods claimed the lives of at least 120 people. The tragedy has left people questioning our nation's disaster preparedness as the federal government makes cuts to weather agencies.

The Independent on MSN · 1h

Texas floods latest: Death toll rises to 121 as Camp Mystic cabins ‘found to be in extremely hazardous’ flood zone

Death toll rises to 121 as Camp Mystic cabins ‘found to be in extremely hazardous’ flood zone - Questions are swirling over whether officials could have done more to warn residents ahead of the floods

Reuters on MSN · 1d

Death toll from Texas flash floods tops 100, with scores still missing

By Jane Ross, Rich McKay and Jonathan Allen KERRVILLE, Texas (Reuters) -The death toll from the July Fourth flash flood that ravaged a swath of central Texas Hill Country rose on Tuesday to at least 109,

State leaders form select committees to investigate deadly Texas floods

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dustin Burrows, both Republicans, said in a joint statement Wednesday that the new ...

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Oklahoma flooding 2025: Here's how you can prepare your home, family in case of a flood

For flood readiness, this includes things like keeping drains, gutters and downspouts clear of debris, and knowing if you ...

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Three States Under Flood Watch, Vulnerable Told Prepare To Act

People living in flood-prone areas along parts of the East Coast were told to be ready to act if flooding intensifies.

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Texas House, Senate form joint committees on disaster preparedness and flooding

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Speaker Dustin Burrows have announced joint House and Senate select committees to examine disaster ...

FOX 7 Austin on MSN1h

Texas House and Senate create select committees to investigate disaster prep and flooding

The Texas House and Senate will appoint a nine-person select committee to look at disaster preparedness and the recent ...

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Maranatha Bible Camp responds to Texas flooding with prayers and preparedness

Maranatha Bible Camp affirms its strong safety protocols and low flood risk as it stands in prayerful support of Texas flood ...

Texas flash floods hit residents and campers in a deluge "nobody saw" coming. Here's what to know.

Here's what to know about the deadly flooding, the colossal weather system that drove it and ongoing efforts to identify ...

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What Tragedy Can Teach Us About Climate Preparedness

This week’s Fresh Take features the latest on the Texas floods and how leaders can prepare for climate emergencies, why M&Ms ...

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