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34. That camp has been there since 1926

Sun Jul 6, 2025, 04:54 PM

Jul 6

and the last time there was a catastrophic flood like this, was almost 40 years ago (that 1987 event).

Many overnight camps are set up in "rustic" / "woodsy" areas with creeks and even nearby rivers like this so that they can offer a number of different activities like hiking, boating, horseback and bike riding. archery, rifle handling, arts and crafts, etc.

I expect since that 1987 flood, they may have had those personnel but if you have what they dub an "areal flood" (which happens over a broad area), everyone in the area may be screwed because there may be water water everywhere and difficulties for anyone trying to evacuate.

I had heard a news report that there was a large RV park that was full (it was the holiday weekend) where RVs were washed away. I had heard earlier that trailer parks were also impacted by the flooding.

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Texas officials face scrutiny over response to catastrophic and deadly flooding [View all] BumRushDaShow Jul 6 OP

I fear the number will go up to 300-400 before this is all counted Prairie Gates Jul 6 #1

IIRC BumRushDaShow Jul 6 #3

My first thought when I read your reply kkmarie Jul 6 #6

Maybe some zoning laws preventing kids' camps from being built in a flood zone. travelingthrulife Jul 6 #8

Ha! Texas allows explosive chemical plants next to schools, hospitals, etc. Grins Jul 6 #14

Unfortunately, such an attitude can lead to some stinkin' results. calimary Jul 6 #11

shithole musk republicans gutted the NWS, NOAA, Weather Channels, etc.............. Lovie777 Jul 6 #2

This tragic story--like that of hurricane Helene--is not only about budget cuts, but... Ol Janx Spirit Jul 6 #20

General Russell Honore' disagrees with the statement in the OP gab13by13 Jul 6 #4

The UK Guardian made this observation about TX Guv's Press Conference SorellaLaBefana Jul 6 #7

Disgusting people. Slapping each other on the back for a "good job Brownie" after people have died because of their Martin68 Jul 6 #18

A couple of seemingly simple question. Was the warning delayed... paleotn Jul 6 #5

there needs tp be a congresional hearing where everyone is called in... samnsara Jul 6 #10

Exactly my thought. Hearings on top of hearings on top of more and more hearings. paleotn Jul 6 #13

Today's Post reports that the local NWS staff were not significantly reduced. They sent out phone flood warnings Martin68 Jul 6 #19

If true, why did so many die? paleotn Jul 6 #37

Poor planning, apparently. They reportedly have no cell phone service, so they should have made alternative Martin68 Jul 6 #40

In an area known for flash flooding? Bullshit paleotn Jul 7 #47

To me the Texas leaders are incompetent. Jacson6 Jul 6 #9

their response to both was to point fingers elsewhere DBoon Jul 6 #29

Tx. track record Marthe48 Jul 6 #12

What's the GOP response to this? SpankMe Jul 6 #15

In order to get a FFE on your phone... TrumanTheTiger Jul 6 #16

Depending on the provider and phone type BumRushDaShow Jul 6 #21

The National Weather Service sent out phone warnings 3 hours before the flooding became severe. Perhaps they missed them Martin68 Jul 6 #17

There was apparently no cell service at the campsite. Ms. Toad Jul 6 #22

That is entirely believable. Considering their location next to the Guadalupe River, and the history of flooding there, Martin68 Jul 6 #24

Especially after the 1987 similar flooding of this river, Ms. Toad Jul 6 #27

I really doubt that. Have had relatives in that area and no problem getting connected. efhmc Jul 6 #44

I'm just going by the many published comments from those in the area. n/t Ms. Toad Jul 6 #45

You know what I want to know? ananda Jul 6 #23

It's a cool place to be - until there is a flash flood. Martin68 Jul 6 #25

My question is why so CLOSE? ananda Jul 6 #36

99% of the time it is safe. It was up to them to prepare for the inevitable 1%. Martin68 Jul 6 #41

I disagree. ananda Jul 6 #43

With all due respect, if Texas had invested in a flood alert system, they would have been 100% safe. Martin68 Jul 7 #46

In an area known to flash flood, and then ALSO have no phone/internet by policy, RockRaven Jul 6 #28

"Why such an obsession to be right along the river?" BumRushDaShow Jul 6 #33

Kerr County doesn't have a flood warning system because, in the words of an elected official, RockRaven Jul 6 #26

Guess that climate change thingy kind of bit them in the ass but they still have hopes and prayers to count on nt ImNotGod Jul 6 #30

NYT-As Floods Hit, Key Roles Were Vacant at Weather Service Offices in Texas (gift links) LetMyPeopleVote Jul 6 #31

first and foremost lapfog_1 Jul 6 #32

That camp has been there since 1926 BumRushDaShow Jul 6 #34

the 1987 event should have served as a warning for all in the future. lapfog_1 Jul 6 #35

Doge.. Cha Jul 6 #38

9 rushed to the attic DENVERPOPS Jul 6 #39

oh the QUANDARY Skittles Jul 6 #42