Texas Floods: Deadly Impact and Emergency Response Challenges
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Kerr County officials had limited response to a rapid and deadly flash flood in July 2022, despite early warnings from the National Weather Service. The warnings were issued hours before the flood's peak, but communication failures and possible alert fatigue may have prevented residents from evacuating, resulting in over 90 deaths. The incident highlights challenges in emergency communication and response during fast-moving natural disasters.
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