Texas Flood Deaths Reveal Dangerous Gaps in State Preparedness and Public Safety
Texas accounts for nearly one-fifth of all U.S. flood deaths, exposing systemic failures in flood management and public safety that endanger American families.
Texas has long been America's leader in flood fatalities, with over 1,000 lives lost between 1959 and 2019—nearly a fifth of all deaths from flooding in the contiguous United States. This staggering figure isn't just a tragic number; it is a clear signal that current policies and emergency response systems are falling short of protecting American citizens. How Geography and Neglect Turn Texas into America's Flood Death Capital The state's unique geography—a mix of steep hills funneling water rapidly into rivers, rocky soils that prevent absorption, and sprawling urban areas layered with concrete—creates the perfect storm for deadly flash floods....
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