Texas faces severe flood risks, yet has made inadequate progress in disaster preparedness. Recent floods resulted in over 100 fatalities, emphasizing a dire need for effective measures. Lawmakers plan to meet to improve emergency responses, but past tragedies indicate systematic shortcomings. Floods, worsened by climate change, persist as a significant challenge. The state has previously attempted to address flood risks, including the establishment of the Texas Flood Infrastructure Fund in 2019 after Hurricane Harvey. The challenge remains, as Texas must tackle the escalating threat of natural disasters.
"Texas knows it isn't prepared for floods, but the state has done little to address the risk, and federal support is unlikely during the Trump administration."
"The latest disaster underscores the ongoing threat as more than 100 people, including children, have died due to recent floods, reflecting a persistent issue in Texas."
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