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9 snips Jul 10, 2025
The podcast delves into the deadly Texas floods, uncovering the geographical missteps and community responses that exacerbated the tragedy. It also investigates the cybercriminal group Scattered Spider, revealing their alarming tactics of infiltration and social engineering against corporations. Additionally, listeners learn about the surge in measles cases, significant shifts in corporate leadership, and the rise of an AI music group making waves in the industry.
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Why Texas Floods Are So Deadly
- Texas Hill Country is very prone to flash floods due to its hilly, rocky geography and thin topsoil.
- Climate change increases heavy rainfall, making extreme floods more likely in this region.
Warnings Were Insufficient in Texas
- Care County lacked sirens and river gauges for flood warnings due to funding and cost concerns.
- Many victims didn't receive timely alerts, partly because cell service was spotty and some had no phones.
Flood Alerts Were Properly Issued
- Experts say the National Weather Service did all it could with alerts and staff during the flood.
- Extreme rainfall events like this will become more common due to global warming.