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Over 9 inches of rain has already fallen north of the KVUE area in the San Saba area prompting a rare Flash Flood Emergency. Importantly, this flooding north of the KVUE area is likely to send more water into Lake Buchanan, which is now within about 5 feet of full pool.
Meteorologists say incredible amounts of moisture in the air fueled a storm that moved slowly over central Texas, creating conditions for fatal flash floods.
Blistering sun and July heat and humidity will provide challenges for recovery and cleanup efforts in the aftermath of the Guadalupe River flood disaster, AccuWeather meteorologists say.
Some experts say staff shortages might have complicated forecasters’ ability to coordinate responses with local emergency management officials.
One week after deadly floodwaters raged down the Guadalupe River, Pres. Trump visited the Texas Hill Country, stunned by the devastation and praising FEMA's response.