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Texas Installs Flood Warning System After Deadly Tragedy

12/12/2025

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A flash flood warning system along the Guadalupe River in Kerrville, Texas, is being installed after July's deadly flood.
The flood killed 130 people, including 27 Camp Mystic campers, with families filing a negligence lawsuit against Camp Mystic.
Ian Cunningham of River Sentry leads the project, deploying 8-foot towers with self-activating alarms.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed laws to enhance camp safety, requiring emergency alert systems and inspections.

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A flash flood warning system along the Guadalupe River in Kerrville, Texas, is being installed after July's deadly flood.
The flood killed 130 people, including 27 Camp Mystic campers, with families filing a negligence lawsuit against Camp Mystic.
Ian Cunningham of River Sentry leads the project, deploying 8-foot towers with self-activating alarms.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed laws to enhance camp safety, requiring emergency alert systems and inspections.