Deadly flash flooding struck Texas on July 7, 2025, claiming at least 91 lives amid swift, overwhelming rainfall and river flooding. A slow-moving storm dumped 8 to 11 inches of rain rapidly, exceeding forecasts and challenging response despite early National Weather Service warnings.
The White House spokesperson asserted that the National Weather Service fulfilled its responsibilities and challenged claims about insufficient staffing. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer pressed for an investigation into NOAA and NWS staffing cuts, linking them to impacts on flood preparation and response.
President Trump approved disaster assistance for Kerr County and is expected to visit Texas later during the week of July 6 to meet with affected families and evaluate the damage.
