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One year after Texas Hill Country floods, UGRA and Kerr County roll out flood warning system
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Jack Morgan, TPR , as published by Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS)
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This development comes one year after severe flooding occurred in the Texas Hill Country.
A new flood warning system is being introduced in Central Texas. This development comes one year after severe flooding occurred in the Texas Hill Country. The Upper Guadalupe River Authority and Kerr County are involved in rolling out this system.
Recently, residents received an update on its progress. Some community members are seeking clarification on the responsibilities associated with the new flood warning system, indicating that further details are needed for a full understanding of the project, which can be found through Houston Public Media.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: Houston Public Media (NPR/PBS) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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