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Texas Floods Claim 120 Lives, Urgent Climate Action Needed

7/11/2025

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Devastating floods in Texas have claimed over 120 lives, leaving 173 people unaccounted for. As climate change fuels more extreme weather, experts stress the need for better public preparedness. While many Americans acknowledge the link between climate change and flooding, there’s a divide on government action, highlighting the urgent need for improved infrastructure and disaster response.

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Devastating floods in Texas have claimed over 120 lives, leaving 173 people unaccounted for. As climate change fuels more extreme weather, experts stress the need for better public preparedness. While many Americans acknowledge the link between climate change and flooding, there’s a divide on government action, highlighting the urgent need for improved infrastructure and disaster response.