The death toll from the central Texas floods has now reached at least 120 with reports suggesting that the number of victims discovered has plateaued. In Kerr County, officials confirmed 96 deaths, unchanged in the last 24 hours. Among the deceased, 60 are adults and 36 are children, while 161 people remain missing, including campers from Camp Mystic. Discussions are underway to reform FEMA, with concerns raised about the potential gaps in emergency response should the agency be phased out.
As of Thursday morning, local officials in Kerr county reported that 96 people had died due to the flooding, a number unchanged from Wednesday evening.
Sixty of the deceased in Kerr county are adults while thirty-six are children, showcasing the significant impact of the flooding on families.
Rescuers are facing challenges in the ongoing recovery efforts, with at least 161 individuals still missing in Kerr county, including campers and counselors.
Experts express concerns that dismantling FEMA could create gaps in emergency service provision, particularly during disasters such as the Texas floods.
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