Rain hampered the search for missing people in Texas after deadly floods. Officials planned to drain reservoirs and lowered the number of missing. Search efforts were paused due to weather concerns and threats to local officials.
State officials reported 101 missing, a drop from previous estimates. Governor Abbott noted the difficulty in accounting for all missing individuals. Kerr County officials described the challenges of determining the number of tourists present during the flooding.
Search operations were suspended by some due to expected rain. Local officials faced scrutiny over warnings issued before the storm. The Guadalupe River rose dramatically on July 4th, washing away homes and vehicles. The floods devastated the Hill Country, including Camp Mystic, which lost campers and counselors.
5 Comments
Coccinella
The fact that they were slow in acting is a problem. Are they even trying?!?
Mariposa
It’s a very terrible situation, focusing on the safety of the people. The media needs to report what the government is doing.
Coccinella
It's understandable they have to pause search efforts considering the risks. Safety first.
Africa
I bet the "lowered" number is a result of some kind of political move and not actual findings.
Bella Ciao
The Governor is right—accounting for everyone in a disaster is challenging. Let's give him time.