Central Texas experienced catastrophic flash floods that spanned 40 miles, leading to 136 fatalities, including 27 from Camp Mystic. Emergency Management Coordinator W.B. 'Dub' Thomas was reportedly asleep due to prior work commitments when the floods occurred. The National Weather Service issued a critical flash flood warning at 1:14 am CT, but the emergency coordinator likely missed this alert. This situation has sparked serious concerns over the emergency response and preparedness leading to the disaster.
Sheriff Larry Leitha stated that Emergency Management Coordinator W.B. 'Dub' Thomas was at home asleep during the deadly flash floods that struck Central Texas.
The National Weather Service issued the first flash flood warning at 1:14 am CT, over three hours before the Guadalupe River surged into a dangerous flood.
The floods resulted in a tragic death toll of at least 136 individuals, including 27 campers and counselors at Camp Mystic.
Concerns are raised regarding the emergency response to the disaster because the key official was not alert to receive flash flood warnings.
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