
New Texas flood threat hinders search for victims of deadly July 4 flooding
Ground search operations were disrupted Sunday in Kerr County, Texas, where many lives were lost in the catastrophic July 4 flooding.
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Ground search operations were disrupted Sunday in Kerr County, Texas, where many lives were lost in the catastrophic July 4 flooding.
Recovery teams are still searching for the victims of the deadly Fourth of July floods that hit Central Texas. But the region is still facing the threat of more floods. Lonnie Quinn has the forecast. Then, Jason Allen reports on the search.
More flooding in Central Texas forced crews to halt their recovery search for the nearly 170 people still missing following the deadly Fourth of July floods. Members of a family who narrowly escaped the holiday flooding describe how their entire family got out. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
More than a week after deadly floods struck Central Texas, search and rescue teams are continuing to probe debris for those still missing.
Parts of Central Texas could see pockets of heavy rain through Monday, which could cause flooding in communities still working to recover and rebuild from the deadly Fourth of July floods. Some recovery operations were paused Sunday due to the threat. Karen Hua has more.
In the wake of Texas flash floods that killed at least 129 people, Democratic Sen. Maria Cantwell tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that, "We, as a nation, should not be second to Europe or anybody in being weather-ready." "We should be the smartest government in the world using technology, analyzing the data and putting a forecast system in place that gives people that kind of system," Cantwell said.
Searchers in Texas are being meticulous and respectful as they search through massive piles of debris. 129 people are confirmed dead from last week's flooding disaster. Karen Hua reports.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency included Camp Mystic in a "Special Flood Hazard Area" in its National Flood Insurance map for Kerr County, Texas, in 2011.
Recent deadly flash floods in Texas, North Carolina and New Mexico have highlighted the importance of early warning systems for extreme weather — and in some cases, how system failures could lead to disaster.
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump toured flood damage in Texas on Friday as the search for the 169 people still missing continues. Trump met with families affected by the deadly floods and promised his administration's support.
As Americans grapple with the tragedy and aftermath of the devastating floods in Texas, "CBS Evening News" co-anchor Maurice DuBois reflects on how everyday people joined together to help their neighbors in their darkest hours.
The catastrophic floods in Central Texas took a mental and physical toll on survivors and first responders. CBS News correspondent Jason Allen spoke to the program director for Texas Search and Rescue, or TEXSAR, about how the recovery efforts have affected him and his team. Another organization helping first responders and survivors is Americares. Jack O'Rourke, head of the emergency response team at Americares, joins "The Daily Report" to discuss.
President Trump and first lady Melania Trump traveled to Central Texas Friday, where they surveyed damage from the flooding, which has claimed the lives of well over 100 people. They met with families of some of the victims, along with rescue workers and local officials. Jason Allen reports.
It has been one week since devastating floods ravaged communities in Central Texas. President Trump and the first lady visited some of the hardest-hit communities on Friday and pledged federal support for state recovery efforts. CBS News' Willie James Inman and Karen Hua report.
President Trump traveled to Texas on Friday to survey the wreckage from the deadly floods and thank first responders and volunteers assisting those who have lost so much. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more from the ground. Then, Alejandro Serrano, politics reporter for The Texas Tribune, joins to discuss the president's visit further.
Republican Rep. Pete Sessions of Texas joined President Trump on Friday for his tour of flooding damage in the Lone Star State. Sessions joins "The Takeout" to unpack the president's visit.
Climate change likely played a role in the deadly Texas floods that have killed over 120 people, according to Texas A&M climatologist Jay Banner. CBS News' Jason Allen and Darren Peck have more.
President Trump and local officials held a news conference Friday in Texas on the floods that have killed more than 120 people. CBS News White House reporter Olivia Rinaldi has more.
Flash floods in Texas last week killed at least 121 people and left more than 170 missing. Farmers are now working to assess damage to their properties.
Multiple parts of Central Texas, including Kerr County, were shocked by flash floods Friday when the Guadalupe River and others rose rapidly.
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Thousands of searchers are still racing against time, desperately scouring the rugged terrain for survivors of last week's deadly flash floods. As Karen Hua reports, even members of a Facebook group have joined the mission, recovering lost belongings and hoping to return them to their rightful owners.
After catastrophic floods hit Texas' Hill Country, many are asking about preparations for the next big flood. Jason Allen spoke to Jay Banner, climatologist at University of Texas at Austin, on the banks of the Guadalupe River.
Aerial images show destruction in Kerr County after deadly floods tore through Central Texas.
President Trump and the first lady plan to visit flood-damaged areas of Texas on Friday. Meanwhile, Mr. Trump is threatening to impose a 50% tariff on Brazilian imports starting next month. He suggested the tariffs are partially in retaliation for the ongoing criminal trial against former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, who is accused of inciting a coup. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
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