Kerr County was among dozens of Texas communities to turn down state flood money, saying it wasn’t enough
Read full article: Kerr County was among dozens of Texas communities to turn down state flood money, saying it wasn’t enoughTexas earmarked $1.4 billion to help fund flood prevention projects. But after learning that so many communities turned down the money, two lawmakers who approved the program acknowledged it was flawed.
Camp Mystic announces enhanced safety plans after death of 25 girls, 2 counselors
Read full article: Camp Mystic announces enhanced safety plans after death of 25 girls, 2 counselorsThe owners of Camp Mystic in Texas have announced new safety upgrades following a tragic July 4 flood that killed 25 campers and two counselors.
‘It’s a long process’: Kerr County pushes toward recovery months after flooding
Read full article: ‘It’s a long process’: Kerr County pushes toward recovery months after floodingAs Kerr County prepares to celebrate the first major holiday since the deadly July floods, KSAT returned to the area to see how people in the region are recovering.
Flood recovery slow in Kerr County despite $100M raised by Texas Hill Country foundation, residents say
Read full article: Flood recovery slow in Kerr County despite $100M raised by Texas Hill Country foundation, residents sayNearly six months after the July 4 flood that swamped parts of Kerr County, families and business owners say recovery is moving too slowly, even after the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country announced it had raised $100 million from donors around the world.
They couldn’t save their daughters’ lives in the July 4 floods. Now they’re dealing with the grief and the guilt.
Read full article: They couldn’t save their daughters’ lives in the July 4 floods. Now they’re dealing with the grief and the guilt.RJ and Annie Harber have leaned on faith, their community and each other to move through each day after losing their daughters and RJ’s parents. But memories of that night still haunt them.
CodeRED experiencing ‘cyber incident’ resulting in service outage, Kerr County Sheriff’s Office says
Read full article: CodeRED experiencing ‘cyber incident’ resulting in service outage, Kerr County Sheriff’s Office saysThe CodeRED emergency alert system is experiencing a “cyber incident” resulting in a nationwide service outage, including in Kerr County, the sheriff’s office said Monday.
Hill Country floods leave Kerr County businesses struggling to rebuild months later
Read full article: Hill Country floods leave Kerr County businesses struggling to rebuild months laterThe holidays are here, but many victims of the Hill Country floods in Kerr County are still trying to rebuild their lives nearly five months after the storm.
Families, Camp Mystic respond to lawsuits filed after 27 girls, counselors killed in Hill Country floods
Read full article: Families, Camp Mystic respond to lawsuits filed after 27 girls, counselors killed in Hill Country floodsLawsuits began to be filed on Monday against Camp Mystic, where 27 campers and counselors died during the Fourth of July floods in the Hill Country.
Families sue Camp Mystic over deadly Hill Country floods that killed 27 campers, counselors
Read full article: Families sue Camp Mystic over deadly Hill Country floods that killed 27 campers, counselorsThe families of five campers and two counselors who died during the Hill Country floods have filed a lawsuit against Camp Mystic and its owners, alleging “gross negligence and reckless disregard for safety,” according to the lawsuit.
Parents of flood victims suing Camp Mystic for negligence
Read full article: Parents of flood victims suing Camp Mystic for negligenceFour lawsuits that were filed separately Monday allege Camp Mystic officials’ lack of planning and stalled evacuation contributed to the deaths of several children and counselors.
Texas Game Wardens to adapt K-9 training after Hill Country floods as search for missing continues
Read full article: Texas Game Wardens to adapt K-9 training after Hill Country floods as search for missing continuesTexas Game Wardens are incorporating lessons learned from the devastating Hill Country floods into their K-9 training programs, as the search for two missing people continues months after the disaster.
Invasive plant spreads after Hill Country floods; Guadalupe bass, native species hold steady
Read full article: Invasive plant spreads after Hill Country floods; Guadalupe bass, native species hold steadyFour months after major flooding in the Hill Country, the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department began a year-long fish recovery and habitat survey in October on the Guadalupe, Llano, Nueces, Pedernales, and San Saba rivers.
Texas A&M study in Kerr County to potentially address flood impacts, improvements, commissioners say
Read full article: Texas A&M study in Kerr County to potentially address flood impacts, improvements, commissioners sayKerr County commissioners met on Monday to discuss several community-related topics, including a new study regarding flood impacts.
Kerrville officials plan to remove crosswalk paintings in accordance with Gov. Abbott directive
Read full article: Kerrville officials plan to remove crosswalk paintings in accordance with Gov. Abbott directiveThe City of Kerrville said it is working to remove crosswalk art from three well-trafficked intersections after Governor Greg Abbott threatened to withhold funding from any Texas city who doesn’t comply with the order.
What to know about Hope for Hunt concert, other ways to support Hill Country flood victims
Read full article: What to know about Hope for Hunt concert, other ways to support Hill Country flood victimsThis weekend, a benefit concert organized by local volunteers will raise money for two Hunt‑area nonprofits to support ongoing recovery efforts after July's devastating flooding.
Victims of July flooding in Texas struggling to get financial help from FEMA
Read full article: Victims of July flooding in Texas struggling to get financial help from FEMAOnly about one-fifth of applicants for federal disaster assistance in Kerr County, Texas have been deemed eligible to get financial help so far.
Kerr County commissioners discuss updates to flood warning system, ongoing recovery efforts
Read full article: Kerr County commissioners discuss updates to flood warning system, ongoing recovery effortsKerr County commissioners met Tuesday to discuss ongoing flood recovery efforts and the status of implementing a flood warning system.
Ingram community celebrates surprise birthday for local hero
Read full article: Ingram community celebrates surprise birthday for local heroCommunity members in Ingram wanted to show their neighbor their appreciation on Saturday to celebrate his birthday and express their gratitude for the help he has provided to the community after the flood.
Community concert in Boerne to aid flood recovery for Hunt Volunteer Fire Department
Read full article: Community concert in Boerne to aid flood recovery for Hunt Volunteer Fire DepartmentMarissa Rios says the Hunt community is still reeling from the catastrophic floods on the Fourth of July in the Hill Country.
After months of flood recovery, Kerrville’s River Trail partially reopens for first time
Read full article: After months of flood recovery, Kerrville’s River Trail partially reopens for first timeThe stretch of the River Trail between the Camp Meeting Creek bridge and the Francisco Lemos Street bridge is now open for the first time since the deadly Fourth of July flood in Kerrville.
Owners of popular Kerrville restaurant ravaged by July 4 flooding announce permanent closure
Read full article: Owners of popular Kerrville restaurant ravaged by July 4 flooding announce permanent closure1011 Bistro co-owner Tomas Valdes said his Kerrville restaurant, which has been open since 2012, is set to close permanently.
Hunt Volunteer Fire Department crew members reflect on Hill Country floods
Read full article: Hunt Volunteer Fire Department crew members reflect on Hill Country floodsKSAT asked some of the volunteers to share what happened in the early hours of July 4 when floodwaters severely impacted the Hill County. Here are their stories.
Lessons from Hill Country floods drive Hunt Volunteer Fire Department to enhance training
Read full article: Lessons from Hill Country floods drive Hunt Volunteer Fire Department to enhance trainingCrews with the Hunt Volunteer Fire Department were at ground zero on the Fourth of July when the catastrophic floods hit the Hill Country.
Limited services offered at mobile unit outside former Hunt Post Office
Read full article: Limited services offered at mobile unit outside former Hunt Post OfficeLimited services at the Hunt Post Office are available through a U.S. Postal Service mobile unit after the Hill Country floods destroyed the building.
‘Unthinkable’: Parents of missing camper condemn Camp Mystic’s plans to reopen
Read full article: ‘Unthinkable’: Parents of missing camper condemn Camp Mystic’s plans to reopenThe family of an 8-year-old girl still missing after the devastating July 4 floods sent a blistering letter to Camp Mystic leadership following the announcement that the camp will reopen next year.
Camp Mystic reopening announcement sparks mixed reactions among families
Read full article: Camp Mystic reopening announcement sparks mixed reactions among familiesThe camp sent a letter to families and alumni Tuesday, announcing it would reopen one of its two locations for summer 2026, which is the organization’s 100th anniversary.
“Unthinkable”: Camp Mystic parents condemn reopening plans after devastating floods
Read full article: “Unthinkable”: Camp Mystic parents condemn reopening plans after devastating floodsThe family of the only girl who remains missing after the July 4 flood wants a halt to all discussions of reopening and memorials to the 27 campers and staff who were killed.
Ingram artist uses community connections, social media to support flood survivors
Read full article: Ingram artist uses community connections, social media to support flood survivorsWhen the Fourth of July floods tore through Ingram, many residents found themselves suddenly without the basic things: homes, cars, paperwork and even shoes.
Former NASA project manager provides timeline updates for implementation of Kerr County flood warning system
Read full article: Former NASA project manager provides timeline updates for implementation of Kerr County flood warning systemKerr County Commissioners Court met on Monday to discuss continued flood recovery efforts and several community items.
SMU and TCU put fierce football rivalry aside, join in celebration of Camp Mystic flood victim
Read full article: SMU and TCU put fierce football rivalry aside, join in celebration of Camp Mystic flood victimBefore the two do battle on the gridiron — for perhaps the final time for a long time — Southern Methodist University and Texas Christian University put their metroplex melee on the backburner on Thursday.
Wall of Hope memorial to be permanently displayed at The Point in Ingram
Read full article: Wall of Hope memorial to be permanently displayed at The Point in IngramThe Cailloux family has gifted the Hill Country Arts Foundation the Wall of Hope, a memorial created after the devastating July 4 floods in the Texas Hill Country.
More people join lawsuit against Hill Country resort after family members killed in July 4 floods
Read full article: More people join lawsuit against Hill Country resort after family members killed in July 4 floodsThe families of 12 Hill Country flood victims have been added to the lawsuit against a Hill Country campground.
“Our girls are still dead”: Camp Mystic parents pushed for laws to protect kids at camp. But their pain remains.
Read full article: “Our girls are still dead”: Camp Mystic parents pushed for laws to protect kids at camp. But their pain remains.Two dads helped lead Camp Mystic parents to advocate for new camp rules in the Texas Legislature. What they wanted most was to have their daughters back.
2 weeks remain to apply for federal assistance following July flooding, FEMA says
Read full article: 2 weeks remain to apply for federal assistance following July flooding, FEMA saysHill Country and Central Texas homeowners, renters and businesses have two weeks left to request federal assistance after the catastrophic floods in July.
2 Kerr County disaster recovery centers to close briefly, reopen as outreach centers, officials say
Read full article: 2 Kerr County disaster recovery centers to close briefly, reopen as outreach centers, officials sayTwo disaster recovery centers (DRCs) in Kerr County will close briefly before reopening early next week; however, officials are sending mixed signals on the closures.
Texas Game Warden air rescue team instrumental in Hill Country flood response
Read full article: Texas Game Warden air rescue team instrumental in Hill Country flood responseDozens of rescue teams responded to the call for help after the July 4 flooding in Kerr County, including officers from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Game Wardens and the specialized air team.
Kerrville City Council approved new budget, property tax rate still to be decided
Read full article: Kerrville City Council approved new budget, property tax rate still to be decidedThe Kerrville City Council approved its fiscal year 2026 budget on Tuesday night, but one big question remains unanswered: Will the property tax rate increase in Kerrville?
Sheriff Larry Leitha distances office from convicted felon who ran Kerr County Sheriff’s Foundation
Read full article: Sheriff Larry Leitha distances office from convicted felon who ran Kerr County Sheriff’s FoundationThe original president of the Kerr County Sheriff’s Foundation created the nonprofit weeks after pleading guilty in two felony cases there, court records obtained by KSAT Investigates show.
Kerr County Commissioners’ Court unanimously approves motion to reappoint district board members
Read full article: Kerr County Commissioners’ Court unanimously approves motion to reappoint district board membersThe Kerr County Commissioners’ Court unanimously approved a motion on Monday to reappoint the President and Treasurer of the county’s Emergency Services District (ESD) #4.
Kerr County budget approved with $11 million shortfall, tax rate cut
Read full article: Kerr County budget approved with $11 million shortfall, tax rate cutThe Kerr County Commissioners’ Court approved its new budget and lowered the property tax rate, capping off a prolonged debate following deadly flooding in July.
Kerr County leaders to appoint new emergency services district board members, adopt tax rate
Read full article: Kerr County leaders to appoint new emergency services district board members, adopt tax rateCommissioner Don Harris placed two action items on the agenda regarding the replacement of the President and Treasurer of Emergency Services District #4.
Hill Country residents want safety, local economy balanced with implementation of camp flood safety laws
Read full article: Hill Country residents want safety, local economy balanced with implementation of camp flood safety lawsThe measures intended to make camps safer are also raising concerns about potential economic consequences to the Hill Country.
Man who evaded authorities 3 times arrested after string of vehicle thefts, KCSO says
Read full article: Man who evaded authorities 3 times arrested after string of vehicle thefts, KCSO saysA man was arrested on multiple charges following a string of vehicle thefts, the Kerr County Sheriff’s Office said.
Gov. Greg Abbott signs camp safety bills into law, surrounded by Camp Mystic families
Read full article: Gov. Greg Abbott signs camp safety bills into law, surrounded by Camp Mystic familiesJoined by a throng of lawmakers and the families of flood victims from Camp Mystic, Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed three flood and camp safety bills into law.
Gov. Greg Abbott to sign camp safety bills into law in response to deadly July 4 flooding
Read full article: Gov. Greg Abbott to sign camp safety bills into law in response to deadly July 4 floodingTexas Governor Greg Abbott will sign two camp safety bills into law on Friday morning in Austin in response to the deadly July flooding.
Gov. Greg Abbott, AT&T officials distribute over 200 laptops during Kerr County giveaway
Read full article: Gov. Greg Abbott, AT&T officials distribute over 200 laptops during Kerr County giveawayTexas Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott joined AT&T officials to give away more than 200 laptops to Center Point Independent School District students on Thursday.
Assistance application period extended for flood victims, small businesses
Read full article: Assistance application period extended for flood victims, small businessesThose seeking federal assistance programs now have until Sept. 28 to apply for funds from FEMA and loans from the Small Business Administration.
Texas youth camps push back on safety bill requiring cabin removal from floodplains
Read full article: Texas youth camps push back on safety bill requiring cabin removal from floodplainsAs the Texas legislature debates a new camp safety bill, three Kerr County camps are pushing to have one part of the bill removed. They say the costs of moving cabins out of flood zones could cause them to close.
Flood cleanup, looming budget vote top Kerr County commissioners meeting on Tuesday
Read full article: Flood cleanup, looming budget vote top Kerr County commissioners meeting on TuesdayOngoing cleanup from deadly July 4 flooding and a looming vote to adopt a proposed budget were topics of conversation during a short Kerr County commissioners meeting Tuesday morning.
‘We’ll just do theater anywhere’: Performances continue at Hill Country Arts Foundation after July floods
Read full article: ‘We’ll just do theater anywhere’: Performances continue at Hill Country Arts Foundation after July floodsThe Hill Country Arts Foundation continues to present plays, finding new spaces for the community to enjoy art after the devastating July 4 flooding.
Texas property tax reform bill fails to limit possible rate increases during disasters, expert says
Read full article: Texas property tax reform bill fails to limit possible rate increases during disasters, expert saysSenate Bill 10 seeks to limit the growth of property tax rates after a disaster. One expert argues, however, the bill fails to meaningfully reform the process because it is written too loosely.
Business owner assists Kerr community after catastrophic flood with free vehicle repairs, oil changes
Read full article: Business owner assists Kerr community after catastrophic flood with free vehicle repairs, oil changesAdrian Wollney owns Riverhills Automotive Services Center in Kerrville and has recently invested in a mobile garage truck. The mobile unit was helpful on July 4 when the Guadalupe River flooded.
Is the Guadalupe River safe for Labor Day weekend after deadly Hill Country floods?
Read full article: Is the Guadalupe River safe for Labor Day weekend after deadly Hill Country floods?Nearly two months after deadly July 4 floods devastated the Texas Hill Country, questions remain about whether the Guadalupe River is safe for Labor Day weekend.
TribCast: How will Texas protect its campers from future floods?
Read full article: TribCast: How will Texas protect its campers from future floods?In this week’s episode, Matthew and Eleanor talk to Texas Tribune climate reporter Emily Foxhall about the emotional pleas Camp Mystic parents made to state lawmakers and analyze the proposed new laws in response to the Kerrville floods.
Kerr County officials consider draining Ingram Lake after floods, but neighbors want ‘immediate’ action
Read full article: Kerr County officials consider draining Ingram Lake after floods, but neighbors want ‘immediate’ actionKerr County officials are considering draining Ingram Lake following the Hill Country floods, responding to growing concerns from neighbors about pollution, debris and safety hazards in the water.
Kerr County moves forward with creating a flood warning system along the Guadalupe River
Read full article: Kerr County moves forward with creating a flood warning system along the Guadalupe RiverKerr County is moving forward with a multi-phase flood warning system designed to provide life-saving alerts to residents in flood-prone areas of the Hill Country.
Kerr County commissioners discuss draining Ingram Lake, implementing flood warning system
Read full article: Kerr County commissioners discuss draining Ingram Lake, implementing flood warning systemKerr County residents and business owners will ask leaders to take steps towards restoring recreational activities on Ingram Lake and the Guadalupe River on Monday.
More than 11 million cubic feet of debris have been collected since July floods, Kerr County says
Read full article: More than 11 million cubic feet of debris have been collected since July floods, Kerr County saysThe county said 411,059 cubic yards would be enough to fill 32 football fields with over six feet of storm debris.
Texas bill would limit future property tax increases to fund disaster recovery for cities, counties
Read full article: Texas bill would limit future property tax increases to fund disaster recovery for cities, countiesSenate Bill 10 would close a lever actively being considered to fund disaster recovery from the Hill Country Floods
Hill Country nonprofit pledges $40 million to help rebuild flood victims’ homes
Read full article: Hill Country nonprofit pledges $40 million to help rebuild flood victims’ homesThe Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has a four-pronged recovery plan: rebuilding homes, supporting mental health, economic recovery, and reviving the area’s quality of life.
Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country commits $40 million to new housing fund for people impacted by flooding
Read full article: Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country commits $40 million to new housing fund for people impacted by floodingThe Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has committed $40 million to a housing fund to help people displaced by the July 4 floods.
Kerrville to tentatively use maximum property tax rate as budget process moves forward
Read full article: Kerrville to tentatively use maximum property tax rate as budget process moves forwardKerrville City Council unanimously voted to move through public hearings with a tax rate of 57.11 cents per $100 of assessed property value.
Kerrville reduces water conservation measures after treatment plan restored, city says
Read full article: Kerrville reduces water conservation measures after treatment plan restored, city saysThe city of Kerrville will reduce its water conservation measures starting Thursday after the restoration of the city’s surface water treatment plant, according to a news release.
Parents of kids swept away in Texas floods beg lawmakers to protect future campers
Read full article: Parents of kids swept away in Texas floods beg lawmakers to protect future campersParents of the 27 campers and counselors killed when floodwaters rushed through a girl's summer camp in the Texas Hill Country pleaded with lawmakers to pass a bill that would boost camp safety.
Ingram volunteers’ commitment shifts from flood relief to rebuilding business
Read full article: Ingram volunteers’ commitment shifts from flood relief to rebuilding businessAJ Nelson focused her attention on helping her neighbors for 3 weeks after the flood. Now she's turning her attention to rebuilding her hair boutique, but she's finding it's going to take a long time.
Which wildlife survived the Hill Country floods and which species conservationists are worried about
Read full article: Which wildlife survived the Hill Country floods and which species conservationists are worried aboutThe July 4 floods wiped out plants, animals and insects from the Guadalupe River. Now weeks later, the silence is beginning to fill with sounds of nature as some species return.
Texas DPS helicopter team recounts critical Hill Country flood rescues in Kerr County
Read full article: Texas DPS helicopter team recounts critical Hill Country flood rescues in Kerr CountyTexas DPS troopers, specially trained to hoist and rappel from helicopters, played a critical role in a daring rescue mission after July 4 flooding in Kerr County.
Center Point locals trudging forward through heartbreak after Fourth of July floods
Read full article: Center Point locals trudging forward through heartbreak after Fourth of July floodsHealing is coming slow for some in Center Point, but the kindness they've experienced since the Fourth of July has kept them in awe.
‘It’s quite sobering’: Dozens gather in Kerrville to pray over Hill Country flood victims
Read full article: ‘It’s quite sobering’: Dozens gather in Kerrville to pray over Hill Country flood victimsThe Lutheran Church Charities honored more than 100 people who were killed in the Texas Hill Country over the Fourth of July weekend during a Thursday remembrance event.
History repeated itself when the Guadalupe River swept away Camp Mystic. Why few lessons were learned after the 1987 flood.
Read full article: History repeated itself when the Guadalupe River swept away Camp Mystic. Why few lessons were learned after the 1987 flood.The Fourth of July flood bore a striking similarity to the Hill Country flood that killed 10 summer campers in 1987. In the following years, officials took little action to protect against the next storm.
Kerr County commissioners discuss proposed budget, tax rate in Wednesday workshop meeting
Read full article: Kerr County commissioners discuss proposed budget, tax rate in Wednesday workshop meetingThe Kerr County Commissioners Court discussed the 2025-26 proposed budget and tax rate during a Wednesday afternoon workshop meeting.
San Antonio Spurs staff to join volunteer efforts for those affected by Hill County flooding
Read full article: San Antonio Spurs staff to join volunteer efforts for those affected by Hill County floodingWith the recovery process still underway, the San Antonio Spurs announced they are joining the volunteer efforts to support those affected by the Hill Country Floods.
Along Guadalupe River, more than a dozen summer camps have structures in flood zones
Read full article: Along Guadalupe River, more than a dozen summer camps have structures in flood zonesMost of the camps were built decades ago, before modern modeling and flood maps. Counties have little power to regulate construction flood plains.
Kerr County organization to offer free transportation for people impacted by Hill Country floods
Read full article: Kerr County organization to offer free transportation for people impacted by Hill Country floodsAn organization is offering free transportation to people impacted by the Hill Country floods in Kerr County, according to a news release.
Kerr County judge suggests using $11 million from ‘rainy day fund’ to avoid tax rate hike
Read full article: Kerr County judge suggests using $11 million from ‘rainy day fund’ to avoid tax rate hikeKerr County Judge Rob Kelly said during a Monday commissioners’ court meeting that he wants the county to dip into its savings to avoid raising the tax rate.
Kerr County judge suggests using $11 million from ‘rainy day fund’ to avoid tax rate hike
Read full article: Kerr County judge suggests using $11 million from ‘rainy day fund’ to avoid tax rate hikeKerr County Judge Rob Kelly said during a Monday commissioners’ court meeting that he wants the county to dip into its savings to avoid raising the tax rate.
After Hill Country floods, families face a difficult question: Rebuild, or let go?
Read full article: After Hill Country floods, families face a difficult question: Rebuild, or let go?They lost homes and summer cabins to the July 4 flood in Kerr County. Now they are weighing whether it makes sense to rebuild.
George Strait concert provides families $25K checks to help rebuild after ‘beyond heartbreaking’ floods
Read full article: George Strait concert provides families $25K checks to help rebuild after ‘beyond heartbreaking’ floodsChecks from country music legend George Strait’s July benefit concert were presented to families impacted by the floods in the Texas Hill Country.
No property tax rate increase in proposed Kerr County budget, but says final must be more ‘realistic’
Read full article: No property tax rate increase in proposed Kerr County budget, but says final must be more ‘realistic’Kerr County released its first proposed budget Friday, following concerns over potential property tax increases.
Texas identifies the 119 people killed in Kerr County floods
Read full article: Texas identifies the 119 people killed in Kerr County floodsMost victims were Texans, but some were visiting from other states like California, Florida and Alabama. The youngest victims were 1 year old; the oldest was 91.
Effort underway to reestablish Hunt Post Office, the ‘heart’ of Hill Country town
Read full article: Effort underway to reestablish Hunt Post Office, the ‘heart’ of Hill Country townThe July 4th flood left only the floor and foundation at the Hunt Post Office. It’s symbolic, in a way, because to many, the post office is the foundation of the small Hill Country town.
Kerr County commissioners cancel meeting to discuss wage adjustments, salary increases for elected county officials
Read full article: Kerr County commissioners cancel meeting to discuss wage adjustments, salary increases for elected county officialsThe Kerr County Commissioners Court did not meet on Friday to discuss tax rates and salary increases for elected county and precinct officials.
AP investigation shows chaos of deadly Texas floods through emergency recordings and videos
Read full article: AP investigation shows chaos of deadly Texas floods through emergency recordings and videosThe Associated Press has assembled a chronology of chaotic rescue efforts as a flash flood barreled through the Hill Country of Central Texas before dawn July 4.