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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 ...
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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 ...
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Plans for a flood warning system fell apart in Kerr County, leaving it vulnerable
The search for bodies continued nearly a week after deadly flooding in Texas. With 121 people confirmed dead and at least 161 ...
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 ...
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Kerr County struggled to fund flood warnings. Under Trump, it’s getting even harder
Kerr County applied for federal grants to build a warning system to protect residents from flash floods. Under the Trump ...
Why the Texas Flood Site Didn’t Have Warning Sirens
Officials in Kerr County made several attempts over the past decade to get funds for a flood warning system, but those applications were rejected. Christopher Flavelle, a reporter for The New York ...
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 ...