KERRVILLE, Texas (AP) — Last summer, Texas experienced catastrophic flooding that left residents trapped, pleading for emergency rescues. Recordings of over 400 911 calls made during the crisis have now been released, painting a harrowing picture of the chaos and desperation as the floodwaters rose. Many were caught off guard, with warnings failing to reach them in time.
At Camp Mystic, a century-old summer camp for girls, the situation became dire with 25 campers and two counselors losing their lives. A distressed woman from the camp asked, What should we do if the water rises higher? Following up, her next question was, How do we get to the roof if the water is so high?
The flood claimed at least 136 lives across Texas, with ages of victims ranging from 1 to 91. The memories etched in those who survived serve as a vital reminder of the importance of effective emergency response systems and timely alerts to protect lives in vulnerable areas. Kerr County officials faced scrutiny regarding their initial response amidst the crisis, raising questions on preparedness for future incidents.
At Camp Mystic, a century-old summer camp for girls, the situation became dire with 25 campers and two counselors losing their lives. A distressed woman from the camp asked, What should we do if the water rises higher? Following up, her next question was, How do we get to the roof if the water is so high?
The flood claimed at least 136 lives across Texas, with ages of victims ranging from 1 to 91. The memories etched in those who survived serve as a vital reminder of the importance of effective emergency response systems and timely alerts to protect lives in vulnerable areas. Kerr County officials faced scrutiny regarding their initial response amidst the crisis, raising questions on preparedness for future incidents.
