Travis County sits in south-central Texas with Austin as its seat. It’s a populous hub facing rapid growth and climate risks, including floods and storms that periodically reshape the region.
A major weather system has dumped up to 7 inches of rain across northern West Virginia, triggering a state of emergency in all 55 counties. National Guard troops have been deployed and dozens of water rescues have been reported as floodwaters inundate communities and infrastructure.
Texas faces a second year of devastating floods as slow-moving storms trigger catastrophic flash floods across the Hill Country. Authorities report multiple rescues, evacuations, and at least one death, with warnings that conditions will persist as rivers rise and residents seek higher ground.