Sports, music and business giants are pitching in a variety of ways to help the victims of the Fourth of July floods in Central Texas.

Families and nonprofits are honoring young victims through memorial funds supporting community, animals, and education.

MEMA's prepared statement to the T&G said it’s “deeply committed” to ensuring the state is prepared for emergencies, and recognizes the “critical role” that timely emergency alerts play in saving lives and protecting property.