Deadly Kerr County Floods: Was Fiscal Conservatism to Blame for Lack of Warning System?
Deadly Kerr County Floods: Was Fiscal Conservatism to Blame for Lack of Warning System? Kerr County, Texas, is reeling from the catastrophic floods of July 4, 2025, which resulted in nearly 100 deaths. In the immediate aftermath, intense scrutiny has fallen on why a proposed $1 million flood warning system, discussed for almost a decade, was never implemented. Officials and residents are now openly questioning whether a strong stance on fiscal conservatism within the county’s tax base and leadership ultimately…