Overview

• President Trump visited Kerrville on July 11 to survey flood damage and meet with first responders and victims’ families.
• He approved extending a major disaster declaration from Kerr County to eight additional counties, unlocking federal assistance for rebuilding and recovery.
• At least 120 people are confirmed dead and more than 170 remain missing as search teams transition from rescue operations to recovery efforts.
• Federal, state and local officials have launched investigations into delays in the CodeRED alert system despite earlier National Weather Service warnings.
• Texas lawmakers convened a special session and ordered an after-action review aimed at strengthening flood-warning infrastructure and clarifying FEMA’s role.