Summary
Texas officials are being questioned about the timing of emergency alerts during flash floods in Kerrville that led to 96 deaths and over 160 missing people. A report indicated there was a delay of nearly six hours between a firefighter's early warning about rising waters and when residents were officially notified.
Key Facts
- 96 people died in flash floods in Kerrville, Texas, with over 160 still missing.
- Officials are scrutinized for the delay in notifying residents about the floods.
- The first alert from the emergency system came hours after initial warnings.
- Flooding occurred after 100 billion gallons of rain fell rapidly.
- 36 of the deceased were children from a local Christian camp.
- Emergency response included over 2,100 responders and additional resources.
- President Trump approved federal disaster aid to help with the recovery.
- Some people did not evacuate due to poor cell service and alert fatigue.
