Flash floods, such as the recent deadly event in Texas on July 4, have been identified as the leading cause of storm-related fatalities in the United States. This particular flood swept through the Guadalupe River area, resulting in more than 100 deaths. In the aftermath, Texas officials are facing increasing scrutiny regarding their handling of warnings and emergency response prior to the flood. Questions have been raised about whether adequate measures were taken to alert and evacuate residents in time to prevent the high death toll. The timeline of official actions and warnings is under review as the state confronts the consequences of the disaster.