Post Reports Why devastation struck Texas's 'flash flood alley'
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Jul 7, 2025 
Brianna Sacks, an extreme weather reporter for The Washington Post, dives into the catastrophic flooding that struck Central Texas, resulting in over 90 deaths, including many children. She reveals how the area was caught off guard, particularly during local festivities. Sacks discusses the heartbreaking stories of families impacted, notably a father's frantic search for his daughter at a summer camp. The conversation also explores failures in emergency management and the pressing need for improved systems to handle such devastating natural disasters.
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Rapid Flood Warning by Son
- Aiden's call woke his father to warn that water was rapidly flooding their vacation house.
- The water rose from inches to feet within a minute, sweeping Aiden and others off the property.
Flash Flood Alley Explained
- Central Texas is called Flash Flood Alley due to its geography and flood history.
- Dry soil from drought worsens flooding as water runs off instead of absorbing.
Camp Mystic Flood Tragedy
- At Camp Mystic, technology bans kept campers and counselors from receiving flood alerts.
- The beloved camp director died trying to rescue kids during the sudden, deadly flood.