Officials defend response as flash flood devastates Texas camps and communities

Officials defend response as flash flood devastates Texas camps and communities

As officials undertake one of the greatest search-and-rescue operations in recent Texas history, they are facing more criticism over preparations and why people and youth summer camps near the river were not notified sooner or advised to evacuate

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott signs and holds up an disaster declaration proclamation as Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, left, looks on during a press conference about recent flooding along the Guadalupe River, Saturday, July 5, 2025, in Kerrville, Texas. AP