The president has defended his administration's response to the fatal flooding amid criticism that federal assistance could have been provided more quickly.

As historic flash floods swept through Kerr County over July 4 weekend, killing more than 100 people and leaving families scrambling to escape in the dark, a years-old decision by county officials to block a proposed siren alert system has come under renewed scrutiny.

Weather warnings predicted devastation from both the Texas floods and Hurricane Helene. But in both disasters, people were left in harm’s way.

Texas authorities faced mounting scrutiny Thursday over the response to flash flooding that has left at least 120 people dead, as details surfaced about reported delays of early alerts that could have saved lives.

The deadly Texas floods have brought the state's approach to land approvals, especially in flood-prone areas, under more scrutiny.

Texas authorities faced mounting scrutiny yesterday over the response to flash flooding that has left at least 120 people dead, as details surfaced

Kerr County failed to secure a warning system, even as local officials remained aware of the risks and as billions of dollars were available for similar projects.

Texas authorities faced mounting scrutiny Thursday over the response to flash flooding that has left more than 120 people dead, as details surfaced about reported delays of early alerts that