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Did Trump's National Weather Service staffing cuts hurt Texas flood response? What we know

After the catastrophic flash flooding in central Texas on July 4, 2025, users online claimed that U.S. President Donald Trump's administration was ultimately to blame for the flood's 100 deaths due to staffing cuts at the National Weather Service.

Newsweek on MSN · 2d

Are Donald Trump's NOAA cuts to blame for Texas flood tragedy? What to know

Experts said the NWS did a good job warning about the flooding, but questions remain about whether the cuts played a role.

MSNBC · 9h

Ex-NOAA Administrator breaks down timeline of Texas flood alerts

The death toll from the devastating Texas floods has risen to over 110 people and at least 173 remain missing. Former NOAA Administrator Richard Spinrad joins Ana Cabrera to break down the timeline of the flood alerts and to provide more insight on response.

Texas Flood Deaths Rise To 109

NBC News · 1h

Texas flooding live updates: Death toll rises to 120, including Camp Mystic children, after flash floods

Follow for live updates in the Texas flooding as more than 173 are missing as rescuers continue a desperate search

Fox News on MSN · 59m

Gov. Abbott demands comprehensive overhaul of Texas flood warning systems as death toll rises

Texas special session called to address flood warning failures and emergency response after Hill Country flooding caused more than 100 deaths.

The Texas Tribune on MSN · 1d

Texas officials estimate 161 people are missing after floods as death toll rises to 109

Gov. Greg Abbott vowed Tuesday to continue rescue efforts in the flood-ravaged Hill Country “until every missing person is accounted for”.

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FOX 7 Austin on MSN · 6h

NOAA nominee questioned on weather warnings after deadly Texas floods

Neil Jacobs, President Donald Trump's pick to lead the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, faced a Senate committee confirmation hearing on Wednesday.

The Washington Post · 14h

Some weather models predicted the Texas flood. Why did the official forecast miss it?

Weather model data shows the National Weather Service had reason to warn of higher flood risks. Still, meteorologists say the agency made reasonable predictions.

ABC · 1d

Local Texas officials spent years discussing potential flood warning system

Local Texas officials spent years discussing potential flood warning system For nearly a decade, flooding concerns have been raised at public meetings in Kerr County, Texas. July

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Trump’s NOAA pick appears in confirmation hearing days after Texas floods

In the five months since Trump chose Neil Jacobs as NOAA administrator, hundreds of NOAA scientists and meteorologists have ...

12m

Texas floods spark concern as Trump appointees’ firms linked to privatising weather forecasts

Critics worry about conflicts of interest, as budget cuts and privatisation may benefit private weather companies linked to ...

1hon MSN

Texas flood alerts were delayed as officials waited for authorization, former Kerr County official says

Recordings provided to CBS News showed first responders asking for an emergency alert to be sent, but dispatchers delayed ...

8hon MSN

Federal leaders spar on NWS flood warning response, pose safety review after Texas disaster

In the aftermath of deadly Hill Country flooding, Texas’ junior U.S. Senator is defending the National Weather Service, as ...

16m

Amid bipartisan concern, NOAA nominee pledges to make Weather Service staffing a ‘top priority’

As lawmakers from both parties raised concerns about staffing at the National Weather Service (NWS), President Trump’s pick ...

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Murphy says Trump cuts to NWS may be responsible for Texas death toll

As the search for survivors continues in Texas after this weekend’s devastating flood, U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) is ...

Science Committee Dems call for Lutnick to address NWS staffing

House Democrats on the Science, Space and Technology Committee called for Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick to address ...

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Flooding in Texas Raises Questions About Flash Food Dangers and Flood Season: What to Know

Floods can happen almost anywhere across the United States, but some places are more prone to flooding than others. Here's ...

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