Flood victims' families file lawsuits against Camp Mystic, alleging 'gross negligence'

AUSTIN (KXAN) — At least four different lawsuits have been filed against Camp Mystic in the wake of deadly flooding over the Fourth of July weekend, according to an attorney and filings obtained by KXAN on Monday. The families of at least nine campers and counselors who died at Camp Mystic have filed lawsuits alleging … Read more

Father arrested weeks after son, 2, drowns in Southern California flood

The father of a 2-year-old boy who was swept away and ultimately died in floodwaters near Barstow last month has been arrested and charged with murder in the child’s death. Brandon Padilla Aguilera, 26, was arrested Friday at his home in the 300 block of Chandler Street. The Barstow Police Department said on social media. … Read more

Flood advisories in effect for Bay Area

(KRON) – The National Weather Service issued flood warnings Monday for San Francisco, northwest San Mateo County, southwest Alameda, central Contra Costa County, southeast Marin, southeast Napa and southeast Sonoma. “Minor flooding caused by heavy rainfall is expected,” the NWS flood warning states. weather radar: Rain is falling in the Gulf region on Monday. (nuclear … Read more

Texas governor signs flood bills into law, as laws passed earlier this year take effect

Subscribe to Newsletter of Policy in Texas And “Texas Podcast” today. You can watch new episodes of Texas on KXAN or KXAN+ every Sunday at 8:30 am, scroll down to watch this week’s sectors. NEXSTAR – Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed bills to address the safety of the camp and relief from floods on Friday … Read more

Abbott issues extension of FEMA assistance registration period for July 4th flood victims

Austin (KXAN) – The fourth of July affected July has an additional time to register for individual assistance through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Governor Greg Abbott announced in a press statement on Tuesday an extension of the period of registration of FEMA. Individuals now have until September 28 to report damage and submit … Read more

FEMA assistance deadline approaches for Central Texas flood survivors

Central Texas (KXAN) – Nearly two months after Independence Day floods killed at least 138 people, many still pick up the pieces. For Harry Sherwood, he destroyed everything he owned almost. Texas affected by the floods: find shelter, supplies and assistance He said, “I am getting. I hope everyone will pass here, but I am … Read more

Chef serving up meals in Kerr County flood aftermath for 40+ days heads home

Austin – for more than 40 days, Arturo Ramon was serving meals – on his own – to volunteers who respond and members of society affected by destroyed and deadly floods in Kiir Province. Now, it’s time to return home – but the message he wants to share is that working to help rebuild will … Read more

Senate flood committee advances omnibus bill; floor vote expected next week

ASAN (KXAN) – The Senate Mukhtar Committee in Texas voted for preparedness and floods on Friday to pay four bills outside the committee, including the private session Senate Bill 1That is, the chairman of the Senator Charles Perry, put in the session. “Over the past three weeks, our committee has been held in two partners … Read more

'Mattress Mack' planning to give hundreds of mattresses to Hill Country flood survivors

Austin – Mobile Matchvale, the owner of Gallery Furniture, plans to give up 400 ranks for people who were affected by the sudden floods that struck The Hill Country last month. Mingvale and Furniture Show On Saturday, the mattresses will be distributed to people from Hunt, Ingram, Kurville, and across the Linder and Austin Hill … Read more

Texas flood survivors decry lack of aid, 'toxic pit' conditions in special session

On Thursday, the Survivors of Federal Aid said that the societies that were struck by the floods of the deadly Independence Day are facing a desperate recovery and confusion of government and federal aid. “It has become a poisonous hole,” Anne Carr, who lives for the legislators, with no resources for the drainage of Lake … Read more