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Texas, flood deaths and search and rescue

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FEMA search and rescue teams take days to reach Texas after flooding as agency faces overhaul
Multiple urban search and rescue teams from across the country that responded to the deadly floods in central Texas told CNN they were not deployed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency until at least Monday evening — days after any victim had been found alive.

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Texas flood deaths rise to 120; search for missing continues on day 7
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Texas flooding live updates: Death toll at 129 as search continues for the missing

Texas braces for potential flash floods

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Why did the Guadalupe River flood so fast? What to know about Texas' 'Flash Flood Alley'
The Texas Hill Country has been notorious for flash floods caused by the Guadalupe River. Here's why the area is called "Flash Flood Alley."

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Maps show where devastating flash flooding hit Texas, including Camp Mystic
Texas braces for potential flash floods after last week's Hill Country devastation

Central Texas, key and floods

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Central Texas small businesses question future after devastating floods
The owner of a local RV park walked FOX 4 through the horrifying sequence of events that took place last week, throwing the future of their business into question.

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As questions mount over Texas floods, a key decision-maker remains silent
One week later, key questions remain about officials' response to deadly floods in Central Texas
Artist builds riverside memorial of 120 crosses to honor Central Texas flood victims
Roberto Marquez, an artist from Oak Cliff, uses river debris to create a healing space for families grieving flood losses in ...
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At least 87 people died in Guadalupe River flood, 22 more in Central Texas floods
Camp Mystic is grieving the loss of 27 campers and counselors following the catastrophic flooding in the Texas Hill Country.
Husband recalls flood waters sweeping cabin into the Guadalupe River, harrowing escape
Camille Santana tragically lost her life during the Fourth of July floods that swept through Central Texas. Three other ...
Plans for Guadalupe River flood monitoring system were scheduled to get underway in mid-July
Plans to develop a flood monitoring system in the Texas county hit hardest by deadly floods were scheduled to begin only a ...
Live: Guadalupe River flooding death toll rises to 84
Follow along for developments on the July Fourth floods along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County and Central Texas.
‘We’re Going to Rebuild.’ A Hard-Hit Texas Town Looks to the Future.
Hunt, Texas, a small town where the north and south forks of the Guadalupe River meet, is grieving the July 4 flood. But even as the search for the missing continues, rebuilding has begun.
Alerts Stayed Silent as Flash Flood Swept Victims in Central Texas
More than 100 people have been confirmed dead since July 4, when the Guadalupe River in central Texas swelled overnight and ...
Monitoring the drought: How much did soaring Guadalupe River water levels improve Central Texas' status?
Heavy rains in Texas Hill Country alleviated drought, but Medina County still faces exceptionally dry conditions.
A retired searcher reflects, suggests ways to help after Central Texas floods: "We're a different breed"
As rescue efforts end, volunteers and retired responders reflect on the toll — and the hope — of bringing closure to families ...