Texas lawmakers are launching bipartisan investigating committees to review the state’s response to the catastrophic July 4 floods that killed more than 130 people across central and south Texas.
The new committees, announced this week, will examine how early warning systems, emergency communication, and disaster response efforts failed to prevent the massive loss of life. Lawmakers say the goal is to identify weaknesses in local and state coordination and strengthen preparedness for future severe weather events.
The floods devastated communities along the Guadalupe and Llano Rivers, sweeping away homes, vehicles, and two youth camps, including Camp Mystic in Kerr County, where 27 people died. Federal and state disaster relief efforts are ongoing as families continue recovery and rebuilding efforts.
Officials say the investigation will include public hearings and testimony from emergency managers, first responders, and survivors as lawmakers work to improve Texas’ flood response systems.
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