Bob Cordes has sharpened more than 300 chainsaw blades so far, proving crucial for first responders as they press on with search and recovery efforts. KERRVILLE, Texas — When catastrophic flooding struck the Hill Country on July Fourth, Bob Cordes of Kerrville began working around the clock, sharpening chainsaw blades free of charge for first … Read more
Daniel Olivas finds faith in community support after losing his Kerrville home to Guadalupe River flooding. KERRVILLE, Texas — When catastrophic flooding from the Guadalupe River tore through Kerrville, Daniel Olivas lost his home—but found a deeper sense of faith in the people around him. The UTEP graduate from El Paso Daniel says the love … Read more
Bob Cordes has sharpened more than 300 chainsaw blades so far, proving crucial for first responders as they press on with search and recovery efforts. KERRVILLE, Texas — When catastrophic flooding struck the Hill Country on July Fourth, one Kerrville man began working around the clock, sharpening chainsaw blades free of charge for first responders … Read more
When communities are overwhelmed after disaster strikes, the Texas Emergency Medical Task Force is called in. SAN ANTONIO — As the water began to rise at the Guadalupe River on the Fourth of July, first responders stepped into action. The medical need quickly rose from a local response to a statewide call for help. First … Read more
Texas officials assessing flood damage are urging residents to use iSTAT survey for help tracking damage to property caused by flooding. AUSTIN, Texas — Emergency management officials throughout Central Texas are still assessing the damages of the deadly flooding across the region over the Independence Day Weekend. Much of the damage is to homes, businesses … Read more
Virginia Hollis was at Camp Mystic when the July 4 flood killed more than two dozen campers, counselors and the co-owner. BELLVILLE, Texas — The streets of Bellville fell silent Wednesday evening as the community welcomed home one of its youngest daughters, killed in the devastating July 4 flood at Camp Mystic. The body of … Read more
Virginia “Ginny” Hollis was at Camp Mystic when the July 4 flood killed more than two dozen campers, counselors and the co-owner. BELLVILLE, Texas — Another Camp Mystic camper from the Greater Houston area was escorted home to Bellville Wednesday by law enforcement agencies from that area. The body of 8-year-old Virginia “Ginny” Hollis was … Read more