Texas Mayor Urges Action for Life-Saving Flood Warning System

In the aftermath of devastating flash floods that claimed over 130 lives, the Mayor of Kerrville, Texas, is appealing to state lawmakers for assistance in establishing a flood warning system within the year. The plea was made during a joint Senate-House committee meeting in his town northwest of San Antonio.

Mayor Joe Herring stressed the urgency of such a system to protect lives, emphasizing the need for legislative support to achieve this goal. The recent flooding, which saw a surge of water cascade down the Guadalupe River, was a focal point of a special legislative session convened by Texas Governor Greg Abbott.

Despite the drive for a solution, local law enforcement expressed skepticism. Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha questioned whether a warning system could have made a difference given the rapid onset of flooding. Nevertheless, the Speaker of the House assured that efforts to address these issues would continue.

(With inputs from agencies.)