Kerr County’s Deadly Flood Response Raises Grave Accountability Questions

While catastrophic flooding in Texas has tragically claimed more than 100 lives, the officials in Kerr County—the heart of “flash flood alley”—have frustratingly dodged accountability regarding their actions before the disaster struck. Despite clear warnings and long-standing knowledge of the area’s frequent floods, local leaders have been notably silent about what precautions were actually taken to protect residents and tourists. The Warning Signs Were There—but What Was Done? The National Weather Service issued a flash-flood warning early on July 7, notifying residents via mobile alerts well before the floodwaters overwhelmed low-lying areas. Yet Kerr County officials, including Sheriff Larry Leitha...