FEMA staff argue that the Trump administration's cuts risk undoing progress since Katrina

A group of current and former Federal Emergency Management Agency officials warned Congress on Monday that the Trump administration's sweeping changes to the disaster relief agency could reverse decades of reforms made after Hurricane Katrina.

The open letter was released as the U.S. this week marks 20 years since Katrina's 2005 landfall — sparking one of the worst natural disasters in U.S. history, with nearly 1,400 deaths according to a 2023 estimate and over $200 billion in damage in today's dollars.

The letter argues that the Trump administration — which has sought to significantly reduce FEMA and even floated the idea of abolishing the agency altogether — has made decisions that "hinder the swift execution of our mission." It states that a change in direction is necessary to "prevent not only another national catastrophe like Hurricane Katrina, but the effective dissolution of FEMA itself and the abandonment of the American people such an event would represent."

Released by the advocacy group Stand Up for Science, the "Katrina Declaration" states that it has 181 signatories. Only 35 people signed their names to the letter, while the rest chose anonymity due to "the culture of fear and suppression cultivated by this administration."

It is addressed to several congressional committees and the FEMA Review Council, which was formed by President Trump earlier this year.

The declaration alleges that Mr. Trump's picks to lead FEMA "lack proper qualifications," and criticizes the Trump administration for cutting FEMA's staff.

"Since January 2025, FEMA has been under the leadership of individuals lacking legal qualifications, Senate approval, and the demonstrated background required of a FEMA Administrator," the open letter states.

It also criticizes FEMA for terminating grants meant to help state and local governments prepare their infrastructures to withstand natural disasters and extreme weather. Two-thirds of the counties that have received those grants voted for Mr. Trump over former Vice President Kamala Harris, a CBS News investigation found earlier this year. A federal judge blocked cuts to the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities, or BRIC, program earlier this month.

In response to the letter, FEMA's acting press secretary Daniel Llargues said the Department of Homeland Security is "committed to ensuring FEMA delivers for the American people." He said the agency has been "bogged down by red tape, inefficiency, and outdated processes," and defended the Trump administration's handling of natural disasters so far this year.

The Trump Administration has made accountability and reform a priority so that taxpayer dollars actually reach the people and communities they are meant to help," Llargues said. "It is not surprising that some of the same bureaucrats who presided over decades of inefficiency are now objecting to reform. Change is always hard. It is especially for those invested in the status quo. But our obligation is to survivors, not to protecting broken systems.

FEMA has faced months of upheaval since Mr. Trump returned to office.

Days after his inauguration, the president floated either "getting rid of FEMA" or "fundamentally reforming and overhauling" the agency, casting it as overly bureaucratic and arguing that state and local governments should take on a larger role in managing natural disasters. In June, Mr. Trump said he's looking to "wean" states off of FEMA.

The White House has proposed cutting FEMA's budget for non-disaster grants by $646 million in the next fiscal year. The Trump administration is asking Congress to approve a $36.2 billion budget for FEMA, up from $33.1 billion in the fiscal year 2025 budget.

So far this year, FEMA has lost about one-third of its staff through a combination of firings and buyouts, and the administration has overhauled CBS News has previously reported that the contract renewal system covers more than two-thirds of FEMA's workforce.

The agency has had two acting leaders since Mr. Trump returned to office. Christopher Hamilton led the agency until May, when he was fired after saying he did not support eliminating FEMA. His successor, David Richardson, introduced himself to the staff CBS News reported that he warned them during an all-hands meeting, "don't get in my way," and suggested he will "run right over" people he believes are undermining the president's agenda.

The leadership change came weeks before the June 1 start of the Atlantic hurricane season. One review from May found the agency was "not ready" for hurricane season.

Editor's note: A previous version of this story listed the number of deaths caused by Hurricane Katrina at more than 1,800, a figure listed by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The story has been updated to reflect that a 2023 report by the National Hurricane Center lowered the estimated number of deaths to 1,392.

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190th Air Refueling Wing supports flood relief mission in Texas

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - Airmen from the 190th Air Refueling Wing, Topeka, transported 12 firefighters, four K-9 handlers, and four search and rescue dogs from the Czech Emergency Response Team from Ramstein Air Base, Germany, to Texas on July 13.

According to a press release from the 190th Air Refueling Wing, the 190th aircrew, while providing transportation for members on temporary duty, was tasked with the urgent mission of direct support of rescue operations following the catastrophic floods in Texas.

We are part of a classified search and rescue team and our mission is to support the National Guard and those recently affected by the floods in Texas," said Colonel Jaromir Piesch, leader of the Czech Emergency Response Team. "The Texas National Guard has a direct partnership with the Czech Army, and due to the recent natural disaster and more than 160 people still missing in Texas, we were called into this mission because of our specialized experience with K-9 specific search and rescues.

The Czech Army has maintained a strategic partnership with the Texas National Guard since 1993 as part of the Department of Defense National Guard Bureau State Partnership Program, fostering three decades of joint training and real-world missions.

Notably, this collaboration enabled the Texas Air National Guard to support Czech emergency services by using the MQ-9 Reaper aircraft to conduct aerial damage assessments, an essential capability that helped Czech authorities prioritize recovery efforts and restore critical infrastructure following severe floods in early October 2024.

We have provided similar support to countries like Turkey, Pakistan, and other missions we have been called to across the globe," said Piesch. "Our team is trained in search and rescue, medical stabilization, and aid. The whole team is here to support the K-9 handlers, and we have a reconnaissance team who is prepared to provide extraction of injured people as well.

The operation was coordinated through a combined effort involving the Adjutant General of Texas, the Chief of the National Guard Bureau, Ramstein Air Base leadership, and the Czech Embassy in Washington, D.C. The request came through the National Guard Bureau and utilized the 190th's unique availability and proximity to Germany to execute the mission.

Here we will do our best to help the American people and support the National Guard," said Maj. Jiri Studnicka, member of the Czech Emergency Response Team. "For us, it brings great satisfaction being able to help the National Guard as they have helped in support of our troops. We are very proud to work with them.

The Czech firefighters were flown directly from Ramstein Air Base to Texas aboard the 190th ARW KC-135 Stratotanker, the only National Guard aircraft available and positioned to efficiently and effectively carry out the short-notice mission.

This mission is an example of the National Guard's ability to respond rapidly and support our international partnerships," said Lt. Col. Adam Huntington, Director of Operations for the 117th Air Refueling Squadron. "I'm proud of our entire team, including our operations and support personnel and officers back at Forbes Field, who made this mission possible. Being able to help people devastated by the floods is why serving in the National Guard is so special.

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"God gave me light": Kerr County couple shares how they survived when a wall of water hit their home

KERR COUNTY, Texas (Nexstar) — Susan Johnson heard the toilet bubbling in her Kerr County home at 4 a.m. on July 4. She and her husband, Rick, knew they were in trouble as a wall of water approached their home in Ingram.

MAP: Where have flash flood deaths been confirmed in Texas?

Within minutes, that water slammed into their house located between Bumblebee Creek and the Guadalupe River in west Kerr County. The couple had to swim for their lives in the darkness, clinging to a sycamore tree for nearly two hours as flood waters raged around them.

"There's a difference between watching real hard and then a 32-foot wall coming down and hitting. There's just no time, none," Johnson said.

At least 134 people have been killed in the catastrophic flash flooding across Texas, with Kerr County suffering the heaviest toll Officials said 107 people died in the county as of July 15, including 37 children, with 97 people still missing from the greater Kerrville area.

The Johnsons' property was located at the convergence of two waterways—a geographic feature that helps explain why the Hill Country flooding proved so devastating across the region.

'Perfect storm' geography

Becky Etzler, executive director of the Riverside Nature Center in Kerrville, uses topographical maps to show visitors why the Hill Country experiences such severe flash flooding. The region's steep terrain creates a natural funnel that channels water rapidly downhill from elevations exceeding 2,000 feet to areas below 1,600 feet over short distances.

Western Kerr County is located at the headwaters of the Guadalupe River system, where multiple tributaries converge after rushing down limestone hills. When heavy rainfall occurs in the area, water flows horizontally through underground rock formations until it reaches springs that feed the river.

"It's the perfect storm, just geographically, in geology and through geologic features of, you know, this rapid, rapid, and thus flash flood alley," Etzler said.

Life-or-death escape

The Johnsons received alerts warning of extreme danger around 4 a.m., but the water rose faster than they could react. Johnson, a military veteran, used his training to guide his wife through chest-deep water to a window as their house filled rapidly. He grabbed his go-bag containing knives, flashlights and a whistle.

Outside, they faced roaring floodwaters that Johnson described as sounding like freight trains. In complete darkness, a flash of lightning illuminated a sycamore tree limb, and they managed to grab it, pulling both of them to safety.

"If I missed that tree for whatever reason we were going to hit the flood, and I mean extreme flood and no human could swim against it," Johnson said.

The couple secured themselves in the tree with Johnson's web belt about 12 to 14 feet above the ground, enduring freezing water and wind for nearly two hours until dawn broke and water levels began dropping.

Once the immediate danger passed, Johnson organized rescue efforts for his neighbors. He helped evacuate elderly residents, including a 98-year-old man and his 83-year-old wife, and coordinated with first responders who arrived around 7:30 a.m.

The neighborhood effort ensured all 19 houses were safely evacuated, although most residents lost their homes and belongings. Johnson credited the community's quick response and cooperation for preventing any deaths in their area.

Unprecedented flooding

Even facilities designed to withstand periodic flooding suffered extensive damage. The Riverside Nature Center, located in what officials designated a 500-year flood plain, experienced its first-ever inundation when both the Guadalupe River and Town Creek rose simultaneously.

Etzler said the center had never flooded despite numerous high-water events of the Guadalupe River over the years. This time, the facility sustained three feet of water in education buildings, destroying classroom materials and forcing the complete reconstruction of damaged structures.

Starting over

The Johnsons lost their home of 13 years, both vehicles and nearly all possessions. They plan to move within Kerr County but will choose higher ground away from creek and river confluences.

Johnson said his military training helped him stay focused during the crisis, but he has no desire to face such conditions again at age 67.

We're alive," he said. "Why should I be sad? We're alive.

A GoFundMe page has been established to help the Johnson family rebuild after losing their home and belongings.

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2 Dallas girls killed in flooding at Camp Mystic, families say

Two North Texas girls missing from Camp Mystic Nine children have been confirmed dead in the wake of catastrophic Central Texas flooding: Lila Bonner, 9, and Eloise Peck, 8, CBS News Texas confirmed on Sunday.

A sign posted outside the home of 8-year-old Eloise Peck stated that "she lost her life in the tragic flooding." The family asked for privacy to mourn.

Bonner's family confirmed on Saturday that She was among the children who had died in the flood. .

Bonner and Peck were two of the three girls from Dallas — the other being 8-year-old Hadley Hanna — who were among a group of missing Camp Mystic campers, unaccounted for following the flash floods that swept through Kerr County early Friday.

Monday morning, Camp Mystic confirmed that 27 campers and counselors died in the flash flooding that swept through the area.

"Our hearts are broken alongside our families that are enduring this unimaginable tragedy," the camp said in a statement. on its website We are praying for them constantly.

Camp Mystic's owner and director Dick Eastland, 74, also died while trying to save girls at the camp, according to local media reports .

At a news conference on Sunday, officials said at least 10 Camp Mystic campers were still missing , along with one counselor.

Hadley Hanna is among those still missing.

There were about 750 children at Camp Mystic when the floods hit, Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha said.

Dallas sisters among the dozens killed in Central Texas flooding

Two sisters from Dallas - 13-year-old Blair Harber and 11-year-old Brooke Harber - were among the dozens of lives lost in the catastrophic floods that swept through Central Texas early Friday.

Their deaths were confirmed Saturday by St. Rita Catholic Community. Blair was preparing to enter eighth grade, and Brooke was set to begin sixth grade at St. Rita Catholic School.

The sisters were not attending Camp Mystic, but were in the area when the flooding occurred.

Dozens dead, many still missing

As of Monday morning, at least 82 have died and at least 41 more are missing, according to officials, following the devastating flash floods that hit the Texas Hill Country. Rescue operations remain ongoing across the area.

Authorities caution that not all of the campers are confirmed missing — some may be unreachable due to storm-related communication outages — but the uncertainty has left families anxiously awaiting updates.

According to the camp's website, children become eligible to attend Camp Mystic, located in Hunt, Texas, along the Guadalupe River, after completing second grade.

My instruction to every state agency involved in this is to assume everybody who is missing is alive," Abbott said during a news conference on Saturday. "And there is a need for speed - not just every hour. Every minute counts, which is why there are people in the air, people in the water, people on the ground right now because they are looking to save every last life. And we will not give up that effort.

Trump signs federal disaster declaration for Kerr County

President Trump signed a major disaster declaration for Kerr County on Sunday morning, at Texas Governor Greg Abbott's request. On Saturday, Abbott said he visited the summer camp for the first time, calling the scene "horrendously ravaged" in a social media post.

Abbott encouraged all Texans to pause in reflection and prayer on Sunday, and also to "seek God's wisdom, peace, and mercy during this time of need for so many Texas families."

Large-scale response underway

In response, authorities have launched a large-scale search effort, deploying helicopters, Texas game wardens, and specialized rescue teams. Several children have already been rescued from trees and other stranded locations.

Rescuers scoured flooded riverbanks littered with mangled trees Saturday and turned over rocks in the search for more than two dozen children from a girls' camp and many others missing after a wall of water swept down a river in the Texas Hill Country.

Col. Freeman Martin with the Texas Department of Public Safety said there are still unidentified victims at funeral homes, including adults and children.

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Texas flooding latest: Two sisters among 51 dead as desperate search for campers swept away enters third day

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Four girls missing from a summer camp were found dead after a desperate search for dozens of other campers continues after devastating floods hit Texas , killing at least 51.

At least 15 children were killed as a result of what Texas GOP Congressman Chip Roy called a "once-in-a-century flood." More than 850 people from around the region have been rescued or evacuated, officials said Saturday.

Two girls — 13-year-old Blair and 11-year-old Brooke — were among those killed by the floods, their father told CNN on Saturday night. Harber said Blair "was a gifted student and had a generous, kind heart," and described Brooke as "like a light in any room, people gravitated to her and she made them laugh and enjoy the moment."

There are also 27 girls still missing from Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian summer camp along the Guadalupe River that was ravaged by the floods, officials said. At least four girls who attended Camp Mystic have been confirmed dead, according to reports , marking a tragic end to a day-long search.

The unexpected flash flooding struck on Friday after torrential rain along the Guadalupe River. The destructive force of the fast-rising waters just before dawn on Friday washed out homes and swept away vehicles.

Key Points

• Death toll rises to 51
• Witness accounts reveal the horror of the floods
• Mapped: Where was hit by the deadly flooding?
• How the Texas Hill Country flood went from small water flow to deadly tide in a matter of hours
• Trump 'heartbroken' over Texas flooding

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Witness recalls 'indescribable' moment of the flooding

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Tonia Fucci, a Pennsylvania resident visiting her grandmother for the Independence Day weekend, woke early on Friday to the sound of heavy rain "coming down in buckets."

"It's indescribable, the sounds, of how loud they were, which turned out to be ... the massive cypress trees that came down along the river," she told a Reuters reporter in an interview the next day.

Ms. Fucci filmed on her phone a torrent of muddy water flooding the road to her grandmother's house and two recreational vehicles in a parking lot, with their wheels submerged in water.

"I'm still in shock today," Fucci told Reuters news agency There are so many missing children and missing people. You just want them to be found for the families' sake. But, you know, it's not going to be a good ending... There's no way people could have survived the speed of the water.

Ms. Fucci said she had received National Weather alerts on her phone hours after the flood had already hit. The residents of the town had to rely on one another, as they ran to their neighbors to see who needed help before rescue teams arrived.

"Something I've never seen before. You knew it was tragedy," Ms. Fucci said.

ICYMI: Congressman reunited with daughters after flooding

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Representative August Pfluger shared that he and his wife were reunited with their two daughters, who were attending Camp Mystic.

"Camille, Vivian, and I are now reunited with Caroline and Juliana, who were evacuated from Camp Mystic," he wrote The last day has brought unimaginable grief to many families, and we mourn with them as well as hold out hope for survivors.

Texas officials question scaled-back Weather Service's actions on the night of the floods — but experts say the agency did all it could

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Texas officials are questioning the actions of the National Weather Service قبل يوم الجمعة الذي شهَدَ فيضانات قاتلة، حيث دافع زملاؤه من أخصائيي الجوي عن الوكالة.

Some state and local officials say the NWS didn't provide accurate forecasts ahead of Friday's destructive flooding months after President Donald Trump's administration gutted the agency and experts warned forecasts could suffer.

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Texas officials question NWS actions amid floods as experts defend the agency

62-year-old woman found dead in San Angelo

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A 62-year-old woman was found dead amid floodwaters in San Angelo, Texas.

Tanya Burwick's body was recovered several blocks from her submerged car, the San Angelo Police Department said .

Death toll rises to 52

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Fifty-two people have been killed by the disastrous flooding in central Texas, according to a new tally Saturday evening by T The New York Times .

Trump 'heartbroken' over Texas flooding

03:46 , Katie Hawkinson

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem said President Donald Trump is "heartbroken" over the Texas flooding.

"Know that President Trump is absolutely heartbroken by what's happened here in Texas," Noem said.

"Relief will be coming," Noem added, noting that Trump has indicated he'll accept Texas Governor Greg Abbott's request for federal aid.

Man recounts rescuing victim caught in floodwaters

03:25 , Katie Hawkinson

Texas resident Carl Jeter told CNN he helped rescue a woman swept away in the Guadalupe River as heavy storms battered the state.

The woman was stuck in the Guadalupe River for four hours before pulling herself up onto a tree, Jeter told CNN .

He called the police to rescue her, but when they didn't arrive within 30 minutes, he sprang into action.

Jeter said he got into his car and flagged down a nearby rescue officer. Soon afterward, a water rescue team helped get the woman to safety.

She then waited inside Jeter's home until a family member picked her up.

It's a true miracle," Jeter told CNN. "We've been on the river for a long time and that's not something that is survivable.

Photos of rescue teams searching for missing campers after Texas Hill Country flash flood

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Photos of rescue teams searching for missing campers after Texas Hill Country flash flood

How the Texas Hill Country flood went from small water flow to deadly tide in a matter of hours

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A powerful flash flood hit Central Texas' Hill Country late Friday into early Saturday, leaving at least 27 people dead , including children, while many more are still missing.

Most of the missing were attending Camp Mystic, a popular summer camp along the Guadalupe River.

What began as a routine flood watch quickly turned into a deadly disaster . The National Weather Service predicted between 1 and 3 inches of rain, with some isolated areas possibly receiving 5 to 7 inches. Instead, parts of Kerr County were hit with 10 to 15 inches, and in some places, over 20 inches, within a few hours.

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How the Texas Hill Country Flood Turned Deadly in Just Hours

Girl ‘living her best life’ at camp and man who saved his family. Everything we know about Texas flooding victims

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Everything we know about Texas flooding victims

Texas officials prioritizing search and rescue

01:45 , Katie Hawkinson

Texas officials are prioritizing search and rescue efforts, Kerrville City Manager Dalton Rice said on Saturday evening.

We're really focused on life safety," he said. "Our primary focus is on search and rescue of every single person involved, and we'll continue through the night to make sure that happens.

"We're in a marathon, and we have to make sure we always think about that and look after each other," he added.

Two girls died in flooding in Kerr County: report

01:20 , Katie Hawkinson

Two girls — 13-year-old Blair and 11-year-old Brooke — were killed by the floods in Kerr County, their father told CNN on Saturday night.

Harber said Blair "was a gifted student and had a generous, kind heart."

He described Brooke as "like a light in any room; people gravitated to her, and she made them laugh and enjoy the moment."

Death toll rises to 51

Sunday, 6 July 2025 00:59 , Katie Hawkinson

The Texas flooding death toll has risen to 51 people.

43 people were killed in Kerr County, including 15 children. The floods killed another four people in Travis County, three people in Burnet County, and one person in Kendall County.

Grok uses climate change statistics to explain Karoline Leavitt's post about Texas floods

Sunday, 6 July 2025 00:44 , Ariana Baio

Grok, Elon Musk's artificial intelligence bot on X, summarized a post from the White House Press Secretary regarding the devastating Texas floods , providing information on how global warming increases the likelihood of extreme weather.

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Grok uses climate change statistics to explain Trump's post about Texas floods

27 children still missing from Camp Mystic

Sunday, 6 July 2025 00:21 , Katie Hawkinson

Twenty-seven children are still missing from Camp Mystic, authorities said on Saturday evening, indicating no change from earlier in the day.

Authorities said they are rescuing people by the hundreds.

Death toll rises to 43

Sunday, 6 July 2025 00:12 , Katie Hawkinson

This week's catastrophic flooding has killed at least 43 people in Kerr County, Texas, officials revealed at a Saturday evening press conference.

The fatalities include 15 children and 28 adults.

Watch: Texas flood victim clinging to tree is airlifted out of danger in dramatic rescue

Saturday, 5 July 2025 23:55 , Katie Hawkinson

Georgia Congressional candidate shares conspiracy theories amid floods

Saturday, 5 July 2025 23:40 , Katie Hawkinson

A woman running for Congress in Georgia is spreading conspiracy theories claiming that devastating weather events — like floods and hurricanes — are "fake."

Her comments come amid the devastating flooding in Texas.

Kandiss Taylor wrote on X Fake weather. Fake hurricanes. Fake flooding. Fake. Fake. Fake.

“Whack weather patterns creating crises that are portrayed to be natural and real, but when weather is manipulated, it is a fake progression not natural,” she added.

It is not possible to artificially create or manipulate large-scale weather events like hurricanes.

When another X user accused Taylor of "making false claims" about the Texas floods to "get attention," the candidate said she was praying "nonstop" for those affected.

I wasn't speaking about that event specifically," Taylor wrote. "However, if weather was modified there, it is murder. We better speak up.

Rep. Pfluger reunited with his children

Saturday, 5 July 2025 23:26 , Katie Hawkinson

Representative August Pfluger shared that he and his wife were reunited with their two daughters, who were attending Camp Mystic.

"Camille, Vivian, and I are now reunited with Caroline and Juliana, who were evacuated from Camp Mystic," he wrote The last day has brought unimaginable grief to many families, and we mourn with them as well as hold out hope for survivors.

ICYMI: State officials vow to continue efforts until 'every single person' is located

Saturday, 5 July 2025 23:20 , Kelly Rissman

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott promised a 'relentless' response effort after floods rampaged parts of his home state.

“We will be relentless in going after and making sure we locate every single person who has been a victim of this flooding event,” Abbott said at a Saturday afternoon press conference. “We’re not going to stop today or tomorrow. We’ll stop when the job is completed.”

Nim Kidd, Chief of the Texas Division of Emergency Management, echoed this sentiment. He said his team refuses to quit searching until every missing person has been found: "We will not stop until we find every one of them."

Ground crews, air assets, and boats have been working to search for missing people, Kidd added. Recovery efforts have not yet begun.

How the Texas Hill Country flood turned into a deadly tide within hours

Saturday, 5 July 2025 23:00 , Kelly Rissman

A powerful flash flood hit Central Texas' Hill Country late Friday into early Saturday, leaving at least 27 people dead, including children, while many more are still missing.

Most of the missing were attending Camp Mystic, a popular summer camp along the Guadalupe River.

What began as a routine flood watch quickly turned into a deadly disaster. The National Weather Service predicted between 1 and 3 inches of rain, with some isolated spots possibly receiving 5 to 7 inches. Instead, parts of Kerr County were hit with 10 to 15 inches, and in some places, over 20 inches, within a few hours.

San Antonio Express-News newsroom meteorologist Anthony Franze said the storm was fueled by warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico and remnants of Tropical Storm Barry. These combined to create a slow-moving weather system that remained over the area and dumped heavy rain over hills and valleys.

The geography of Hill Country made things worse. The steep hills and rocky land don't absorb water well, so rain quickly flows into creeks and rivers. This caused the Guadalupe River to rise more than 20 feet in a matter of hours.

Erin Keller has the story.

How the Texas Hill Country Flood Turned Deadly in Just Hours

More rainfall hits San Antonio area

Saturday, 5 July 2025 22:40 , Kelly Rissman

The National Weather Service warns of "life-threatening flash flooding" in parts of Texas as storms continue to batter the already-devastated region.

In Burnet County, between 5 and 10 inches of rain have fallen, the agency said.

The service warned locals not to drive on flooded roads, noting that "most flood deaths occur in vehicles."

WATCH: Rep. Chip Roy on deadly Texas flooding

Saturday, 5 July 2025 22:20 , Kelly Rissman

Noem addresses delayed flood warning alerts from 'ancient' system

Saturday, 5 July 2025 22:03 , Kelly Rissman

At a press conference on Saturday afternoon, Noem was asked about the delayed text alerts regarding the incoming flash floods: "Wasn't that a fundamental failure of the federal government's responsibility to keep us safe?"

The Homeland Security secretary admitted that there are times when the National Weather Service hasn't provided up-to-date alerts. Trump is "currently upgrading the technology," she said.

The National Weather Service and NOAA have acknowledged "we needed to renew this ancient system that has been left in place with the federal government for many, many years," she added.

Death toll rises to 32, Kerr County Sheriff says

Saturday, 5 July 2025 21:43 , Kelly Rissman

The death toll after the floods has risen to 32, with 18 adults and 14 children having lost their lives in the disaster, the Kerr County sheriff said.

Five of the adults and three of the children remain unidentified, Sheriff Larry Leitha said.

Kidd said his team is still searching for people, noting that recovery efforts have not yet begun.

Officials detail response after 'once-in-a-century flood'

Saturday, 5 July 2025 21:39 , Kelly Rissman

Kerr County Judge Rob Kelly said he lives along the Guadalupe River: "Our properties were devastated."

He saw body bags and witnessed firsthand the devastation from the floods. The judge added: "We know we get rains, we know the river rises. But nobody saw this coming."

Texas GOP Congressman Chip Roy called the disaster a "once-in-a-century flood."

Nim Kidd, Chief of the Texas Division of Emergency Management, said his team refuses to quit searching until every missing person has been found: "We will not stop until we find every one of them."

There are 1,300 additional personnel working on the response as well as 906 state assets, Kidd said.

Noem plans to visit Camp Mystic, she says at news conference

Saturday, 5 July 2025 21:31 , Kelly Rissman

In 36 hours, more than 850 people have been rescued, the governor said.

Noem said she plans to visit Camp Mystic, an all-girls summer camp along the Guadalupe River from where 27 girls have gone missing.

President Trump is 'heartbroken' by Texas floods, Noem says

Saturday, 5 July 2025 21:21 , Kelly Rissman

"Know that President Trump is absolutely heartbroken by what's happened here in Texas," Homeland Security Sec. Kristi Noem said at a Saturday afternoon press conference, noting the president is committed to using federal resources to help the state.

She called the disaster "unprecedented."

We will be relentless in going after and making sure we locate every single person who has been a victim of this flooding event," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said. "We're not going to stop today or tomorrow. We'll stop when the job is completed.

After signing a disaster declaration on Friday, the governor signed an expanded declaration to include additional counties impacted by the heavy rainfall and floods. Abbott also signed a request for federal assistance.

"That relief will be coming," Noem said. She noted that Trump indicated he would accept the request.

In photos: The aftermath of the floods in Kerrville

Saturday, 5 July 2025 21:15 , Kelly Rissman

How the Texas Hill Country flood went from small water flow to deadly tide

Saturday, 5 July 2025 21:00 , Kelly Rissman

A powerful flash flood hit Central Texas' Hill Country late Friday into early Saturday, leaving at least 27 people dead, including children, while many more are still missing.

Most of the missing were attending Camp Mystic, a popular summer camp along the Guadalupe River.

What began as a routine flood watch quickly turned into a deadly disaster. The National Weather Service predicted between 1 and 3 inches of rain, with some isolated spots possibly receiving 5 to 7 inches. Instead, parts of Kerr County were hit with 10 to 15 inches, and in some places, over 20 inches, within a few hours.

San Antonio Express-News newsroom meteorologist Anthony Franze said the storm was fueled by warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico and remnants of Tropical Storm Barry. These combined to create a slow-moving weather system that remained over the area and brought heavy rain to hills and valleys.

Erin Keller has the story.

How the Texas Hill Country Flood Turned Deadly in Just Hours

Officials to provide updates on search and rescue efforts

Saturday, 5 July 2025 20:45 , Kelly Rissman

State and federal officials will host a press conference at 2:45 p.m. local time "to update Texans on ongoing search & rescue efforts in counties affected by flooding," according to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott's press office.

More rain is expected to hit south central Texas

Saturday, 5 July 2025, 20:30 , Kelly Rissman

A flash flood watch is now in effect for parts of Texas near Austin and San Antonio, the National Weather Service warned.

The rain is expected to pummel the same area that has been hit with lots of rain over the past 24 hours.

"Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations," the agency warned.

Two others confirmed dead in Travis County, officials say

Saturday, 5 July 2025 20:15 , Kelly Rissman

Two others have died and an additional 10 have been reported missing after floods ravaged the region, according to Travis County Emergency Services District 1.

One of the missing people is a 17-year-old girl, according to KXAN.

"We literally had homes that were washed away. We had people trapped in homes," Travis County Fire Chief Donnie Norman told KXAN Many of these residents were rescued, he added.

Officials have urged locals to resist the urge to join the search.

"Don't become a statistic, please stay home," Norman added.

Two more campers confirmed dead after catastrophic floods

Saturday, 5 July 2025 20:00 , Kelly Rissman

The families of two girls who went missing after floods devastated Camp Mystic — Sarah Marsh and Lila Bonner — confirmed the tragic news.

Alabama Republican Senator Katie Boyd Britt issued a statement regarding Marsh's passing. "Wesley and I are heartbroken over the loss of Sarah Marsh, and we are keeping her family in our thoughts and prayers during this unimaginable time," she wrote Saturday afternoon.

We continue to pray for the victims’ loved ones, the survivors, those who are still missing, and our brave first responders as search and rescue efforts continue in Texas.

Bonner's family sent a statement to CNN about their 9-year-old: "In the midst of our unimaginable grief, we ask for privacy and are unable to confirm any details at this time," the family said in a statement. "We ache with all who loved her and are praying endlessly for others to be spared from this tragic loss."

WATCH: Texas flooding: North Texas girls missing

Saturday, 5 July 2025 19:45 , Kelly Rissman

Flash floods form rapidly — here's why they're so dangerous

Saturday, 5 July 2025, 19:30 , Kelly Rissman

According to the National Weather Service A flash flood is flooding that begins within six hours, and often in as little as three hours, of heavy rainfall.

Waters rise so quickly that people are caught off guard, according to the weather service. Many people run into trouble while traveling. If at home or work, the water can rise so quickly that people are trapped before they have time to think about escape.

That is exactly what happened to residents along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County and the surrounding areas after at least 10 inches (25 centimeters) of rain fell early Friday morning.

Here’s the full story.

Why flash floods are so dangerous as Texas storm leaves 24 dead

Texas AG sends prayers to families during time of "unimaginable pain and suffering"

Saturday, 5 July 2025 19:15 , Kelly Rissman

The state's Attorney General Ken Paxton issued a statement in the wake of the floods.

"This tragic unimaginable flood in the hill country has brought so much loss and devastation. This morning Texans are praying for these families. God be with them during this time of unimaginable pain and suffering," he wrote in a social media post Saturday morning.

I want to thank all of the first responders and volunteers who are working around the clock. This is a truly tragic situation. My office stands ready to assist in any way we can for the victims of this tragic situation. Our hearts mourn with you.

More than 850 people rescued as search efforts continue

Saturday, 5 July 2025 19:00 , Kelly Rissman

The Kerr County Sheriff's Office announced that 850 uninjured individuals and eight injured individuals have been rescued following the floods that devastated the area.

Tragically, 27 people — 18 adults and nine children — died in the catastrophic floods. Six adults and one child are currently unidentified, according to the sheriff's office in a Saturday morning statement.

"We are unable to release any further information on the deceased at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with the deceased and their loved ones. We are working hard to locate anyone who is still missing and ensure they are safe," the sheriff's office said.

Officials are still searching for 27 missing children who attended Camp Mystic, a Christian all-girls summer camp along the Guadalupe River.

Other locals visiting the area could also be missing, but officials haven't attempted to calculate that number, they said Saturday morning.

Mother reunites with Camp Mystic girl: 'We are so grateful'

Saturday, 5 July 2025 18:45 , Kelly Rissman

Reunification efforts are underway after 27 people were killed in the catastrophic floods in Texas.

More than two dozen girls attending Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian summer camp along the Guadalupe River, are still missing.

Jenny MacLennan told the New York Times she's "grateful" to be a parent who has been reunited with her 10-year-old daughter. The girl's cabin was on high ground above the floods, she told the outlet.

It's completely devastating" that so many families haven't reunited with their children, MacLennan said. "We were one of the ones that did, and we are so grateful.

The Red Cross is assisting with reunification, according to the Kerr County sheriff's office.

If you are missing someone during this emergency, please call 800.733.2767.

Flash floods pummel south-central Texas

Saturday, 5 July 2025 18:15 , Kelly Rissman

Texas prepares for more flash floods as rescue operations continue for at least 27 missing girls.

South central Texas can expect additional flash floods near the Guadalupe River, which surged 29 feet in a matter of hours, according to the National Weather Service.

Officials urged locals to evacuate immediately or find higher ground if evacuation isn't possible.

En fotos: Devastación tras inundaciones repentinas que azotaron partes de Texas

Saturday, 5 July 2025 18:01 , Kelly Rissman

Why flash floods are so dangerous

Saturday, 5 July 2025 18:00 , Kelly Rissman

A monstrous, swift-moving flood swept through the Hill Country of west-central Texas Friday, while many families celebrated 4 July.

Latest reports suggest at least 24 have been killed.

Additionally, nearly two dozen remain missing—many of them children attending a Christian camp. The search continues as desperate families post social media pictures of their loved ones in a desperate bid to find them.

The tragedy has been officially categorized as a flash flood, the nation's top storm-related killer.

Read the full story.

Why flash floods are so dangerous as Texas storm leaves 24 dead

Kerrville mayor calls it a 'hard day' as death toll rises to 27

Saturday, 5 July 2025 17:45 , Kelly Rissman

"Today will be a hard day. It will be a hard day," said Kerrville Mayor Joe Herring Jr. at a Saturday morning press conference.

At that news conference, officials announced that the death toll had risen to 27, with the lives of 18 adults and nine children lost to the flash floods.

He thanked federal resources for aiding the community. The mayor said people from all over the country and around the world have asked how they can help Kerrville. "Please pray for our community," he said.

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The death toll from the Hill Country flash floods rises to 24 as rescue efforts continue.

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State officials said Friday night that at least 24 people have died in the catastrophic flood that swept through Kerr County early Friday morning, and 23 girls from Camp Mystic, a private Christian girls' camp, are still unaccounted for.

At a news conference in Kerrville, Gov. Greg Abbott signed an emergency disaster declaration, which allows numerous counties affected by the floods to access the state resources needed to assist with ongoing search-and-rescue efforts.

Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha said as of Friday night, 24 people had died, and one other person was found dead in nearby Kendall County. He said it was unclear if that person was a flood victim.

Nim Kidd, the chief of the Texas Division of Emergency Management, said local officials were caught off guard by the volume of rain, adding that the National Weather Service advisory issued Thursday "did not predict the amount of rain that we saw."

Gen. Thomas Suelzer, the head of the Texas Military Department, said 237 people have been rescued and evacuated so far.

Officials said they couldn't provide the number of people who are unaccounted for, but they include the 23 girls from Camp Mystic.

In an earlier press conference Friday, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said the dead include adults and children, and some were found in cars "that were washed out upstream." He said officials aren't sure whether any of the bodies were children from Camp Mystic, and stressed that the campers are only considered missing at this point.

"We will do anything humanly possible to find your daughter," Patrick said, adding that search and rescue teams are looking for survivors, along with 14 state helicopters, 12 drones, and 400 to 500 people on the ground assisting with the search. He added that if parents have not been personally contacted by the camp, they can assume their daughters have been accounted for.

As much as 10 inches of heavy rain fell in just a few hours overnight in central Kerr County, causing flash flooding of the Guadalupe River. Patrick said the river, which winds through Kerr County in Central Texas, rose 26 feet in 45 minutes during torrential rains overnight.

"It's going to be a mass casualty event," said Freeman Martin, the director of the Texas Department of Public Safety.

Patrick added that San Antonio and Waco also could see flash flooding in the next 24 to 48 hours.

Judge Rob Kelly, the chief elected official in Kerr County, said authorities are still working to identify those whose lives were lost.

Most of them, we don't know who they are," Kelly said during a news conference. "One of them was completely naked, he didn't have any ID on him at all. We're trying to get the identity of these folks, but we don't have it yet.

Flood warning came after 1 a.m.

A flood watch issued Thursday afternoon estimated isolated amounts up to 7 inches of rising water. That shifted to a flood warning for at least 30,000 people overnight.

According to the National Weather Service website, the flash flood watch, which included Kerr County, was issued at 1:18 p.m. Thursday. Nearly 12 hours later, a "life threatening" flash flood warning was issued at 1:14 a.m., according to the website.

When asked about the suddenness of the flash flooding overnight, Kelly said "we do not have a warning system" and that "we didn't know this flood was coming," even as local reporters pointed to the warnings and pushed him for answers about why more precautions weren't taken.

“Rest assured, no one knew this kind of flood was coming,” he said. “We have floods all the time. This is the most dangerous river valley in the United States.”

Abbott said the state was providing resources to Hill Country communities dealing with the flooding, including in Kerrville, Ingram and Hunt.

"I urge Texans to heed guidance from state and local officials and monitor local forecasts to avoid driving into flooded areas," Abbott said in a statement.

The Guadalupe's river gauge at the unincorporated community of Hunt, where the river forks, recorded a 22-foot rise in just about two hours, according to Bob Fogarty, meteorologist with the National Weather Service's Austin/San Antonio office. Fogarty said the gauge failed after recording a level of 29 and a half feet.

We think the river's higher than that," Fogarty said. "The gauge is completely underwater.

The riverfront communities include several camps, wildlife habitats, and campgrounds. Texas Game Wardens, part of the state parks and wildlife agency, said on Facebook that search and rescue teams are conducting rescues throughout the region and sending more boats to help.

This is the kind of thing that will catch you unaware," Fogarty said. "The water's moving so fast, you're not going to recognize how bad it is until it's on top of you.

Survivors describe overnight ordeal

Erin Burgess’ home is located directly across from the river in the Bumble Bee Hills neighborhood, west of Ingram. When she woke up to thunder at 3:30 a.m. on Friday morning, "it was raining pretty heavily, but no big deal," she said.

Just 20 minutes later, Burgess said water was coming in through the walls and rushing through the front and back doors. She described an agonizing hour clinging to a tree and waiting for the water to recede enough that they were able to walk up the hill to a neighbor's.

"My son and I floated to a tree where we held onto it, and my boyfriend and my dog floated away. He was lost for a while, but we found them," she said, becoming emotional.

Of her 19-year-old son, Burgess said: "Thankfully he's over 6 feet tall. That's the only thing that saved me, was hanging on to him."

Dozens of people posted on Facebook asking for any information about their children, nieces and nephews attending one of the many camps in the area, or family members who went camping during the holiday weekend.

Ingram Fire Department posted a photo of a statement from Camp Mystic, saying the private Christian summer camp for girls experienced "catastrophic level floods." Parents with a daughter not accounted for were directly contacted, the camp said.

Another camp on the river located east of Hunt, Camp Waldemar, stated in an Instagram post that "we are all safe and sound."

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London travel news live: Piccadilly line partially suspended and minor delays on the Elizabeth line

LIVE – Updated at 06:59

The Piccadilly line is suspended between South Harrow and Uxbridge due to a fire alert at South Harrow, with severe delays on the rest of the line.

There are minor delays on the Elizabeth line between West Drayton and Reading due to a late finish to engineering work at Slough.

A good service is reported on the rest of the TfL network.

Follow here for the latest updates

Minor delays on the Jubilee line

06:59 , Nuray Bulbul

The Jubilee line is experiencing minor delays due to train cancellations.

Disruption between London Paddington and Reading expected until 8am

06:55 , Nuray Bulbul

Engineering works overrunning between London Paddington and Reading have resulted in fewer trains operating on certain lines.

Trains running to/from these stations may be cancelled, delayed by up to 10 minutes, or altered.

Disruption is expected until 8 a.m.

Routes affected

Elizabeth line between Abbey Wood and Maidenhead / Reading, and also between London Paddington and Reading

All Great Western Railway services to / from London Paddington

Chalk Farm station closed

06:51 , Nuray Bulbul

This station is closed due to unavailability of station staff. Tickets are being accepted on London Buses.

Severe delays on the Elizabeth line

06:50 , Nuray Bulbul

Minor delays between West Drayton and Reading due to late completion of engineering work at Slough.

There is a good service on the rest of the line.

Part of the Piccadilly line suspended

06:49 , Nuray Bulbul

No service between South Harrow and Uxbridge while TfL responds to a fire alert at South Harrow.

Severe delays between Acton Town and South Harrow, westbound only.

London Underground tickets will be accepted on local bus services.

Delays on the Mildmay line

Thursday, 3 July 2025 09:24 , Arielle Domb

There are minor delays on the Mildmay line between Clapham Junction and Willesden Junction due to a signal failure at Clapham Junction. Clapham Junction trains may be diverted to Richmond.

Regent Street traffic ban

Thursday, 3 July 2025 09:23 , Arielle Domb

The pedestrianization of Oxford Street should be followed by wider traffic restrictions across the entire West End , Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan has been told.

The council said its proposals would make Regent Street St James's – the road directly to the south of Piccadilly Circus, running to St James's Park – traffic-free, an area about the size of five football pitches.

Read the full story here .

Busiest Tube times and lines

Thursday, 3 July 2025 08:58 , Arielle Domb

The Tube has felt hotter than ever recently. What are the busiest lines and when are the busiest times to travel?

Find out here .

Cyclists fined for running red lights

Thursday, 3 July 2025 08:38 , Arielle Domb

Cyclists in the City of London have been caught 10 times more frequently than drivers for running red lights lights this year.

Since the start of 2025, 284 cyclists in the City of London have been fined for failing to stop at lights, but only 25 motorists were ticketed for the same offence.

Read the full story here .

London Overground disruption

Thursday, 3 July 2025 08:36 , Arielle Domb

Passengers describe "overcrowded" and "unbearable" conditions on the London Overground service from Stratford to Clapham/Richmond.

No exceptional delays on the North Circular

Thursday, 3 July 2025 08:31 , Arielle Domb

Traffic has cleared on the North Circular.

District Line delays

Thursday, 3 July 2025 08:25 , Arielle Domb

Londoners complain about delays on the District Line.

North Circular collision

Thursday, 3 July 2025 08:21 , Arielle Domb

There is serious traffic on the A406 North Circular Road southbound at the junction of A124 Barking Road, following a road traffic collision.

A316 traffic

Thursday, 3 July 2025 08:08 , Arielle Domb

Traffic is slow moving eastbound on Chertsey Road back to Hospital Bridge Road due to multiple road closures and lane restrictions.

A12 traffic

Thursday, 3 July 2025 08:07 , Arielle Domb

There are delays on the A127 Southend Arterial Road westbound back to Hall Lane and on Squirrels Heath Road and Ardleigh Green road on the approach to the A127.

This is due to restrictions to facilitate the refurbishment of Gallows Corner Flyover.

Part suspensions on District line

Thursday, 3 July 2025 07:53 , Andy Beill

There is no service between Turnham Green and Richmond while Network Rail fixes a signal failure in the Richmond area.

Whitechapel - Tower Hill also remains partially suspended, with severe delays on the rest of the District line.

Reduced service between St Pancras - Nottingham/Sheffield

Thursday, 3 July 2025 07:46 , Andy Beill

More trains than usual are requiring repairs at the same time, which means services between London St Pancras International and Nottingham / Sheffield may be cancelled.

This is expected until the end of the day, National Rail reports .

Rail disruption between Willesden Junction and Clapham Junction

Thursday, 3 July 2025 07:44 , Andy Beill

Disruption between Willesden Junction and Clapham Junction is expected until 13:00 due to a fault with the signalling system.

National Rail reports that Stratford to Clapham Junction services may divert to Richmond not calling at Shepherds Bush, Kensington Olympia, West Brompton, Imperial Wharf and Clapham Junction.

Minor delays on Bakerloo line

Thursday, 3 July 2025 07:40

There are minor delays on the Bakerloo line due to train cancellations.

Part of the District line suspended

Thursday, 3 July 2025 07:38 , Andy Beill

The District line is suspended between Whitechapel and Tower Hill due to a track fault at the latter, with severe delays on the rest of the line.

TfL advises using alternative routes where possible. Tickets are being accepted on London Buses, the Mildmay line, the Liberty line, the DLR, Elizabeth line, C2C and South Western Railway.

Mildmay line resumes good service

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 09:48

A good service has resumed on the Mildmay line.

Trespassing incident

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 09:48 , Arielle Domb

A trespasser on the track at Euston Square has caused disruptions to multiple TfL lines. The entire Circle line has been suspended, while the Hammersmith & City line has been closed between Barking and Edgware Road.

The Metropolitan line has also been partially suspended between Baker Street and Aldgate, and there are minor delays between Harrow-on-the-Hill and Baker Street.

Delays on the Metropolitan line

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 09:36

The Metropolitan line is part suspended between Baker Street and Aldgate. There are minor delays between Baker Street and Harrow-on-the-Hill due to a trespasser on the track at Euston Square.

Delays on the Mildmay line

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 09:14 , Arielle Domb

TfL has announced that the delays on the Mildmay line have been caused by a late running freight train.

Step-free access at Farringdon

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 08:54 , Arielle Domb

Step-free access is not available at Farringdon station between the Smithfield ticket hall and the Elizabeth line.

TfL advises that passengers should use the National Rail entrance for step-free access.

District line resumes good service

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 08:44 , Arielle Domb

A good service has resumed on the District line.

Gatwick Express, Southern and Thameslink disruption

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 08:34 , Arielle Domb

A speed restriction over a defective track between Brighton and London Victoria has disrupted Gatwick Express, Southern and Thameslink services. Trains running between these stations will be cancelled, delayed by up to 20 minutes or revised.

The disruption is expected to last all day.

National Rail disruption

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 08:29

Passengers affected by the National Rail disruptions can use the live departure boards and alternative route guide to replan their journey.

TfL Journey Planner can be used for alternative routes in London.

District line delays

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 08:05 , Arielle Domb

There are minor delays on the District line between Barking and Upminster due to a faulty train at Barking.

TfL 'fat cats' pocket more than Prime Minister

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 08:02 , Arielle Domb

Over 2,200 staff at Transport for London earned more than £100,000 last year, with nearly 900 more staff than the previous year taking home six-figure packages, according to TfL's annual accounts for 2024/25.

A total of 78 employees earned £170,000 or more - above the reported £167,000 salary of Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

Read the full story here .

A4 traffic

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 07:44 , Arielle Domb

There are serious delays on the Piccadilly Underpass in both directions at the junction of the A4 Wellington Place.

Reduced escalator service at Brixton

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 07:33 , Arielle Domb

The down escalator from the ticket hall at Brixton station is out of service.

TfL union duties payment

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 07:29 , Arielle Domb

Transport for London is giving more than 800 staff paid time-off to work for a union – at a cost of £9.2m to the organisation.

A total of 843 TfL employees worked on union duties in 2024/5 – up from 799 the previous year.

Read the full story here .

Chancery Lane station closure

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 07:24

Chancery Lane station is closed due to the unavailability of station staff.

London Overground disruption

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 07:21 , Arielle Domb

London Overground trains between Stratford and Richmond/Clapham Junction are experiencing delays of up to 10 minutes due to a failure of the overhead line equipment.

The disruption is expected until 8:30 AM.

A406 traffic

Wednesday, 2 July 2025 07:19 , Arielle Domb

There are serious delays westbound on the A406 with congestion back to Clockhouse Junction.

District line trains still running

Tuesday, 1 July 2025 15:52 , Nuray Bulbul

Despite the setback, trains are still running across some parts of the District Line, albeit at a slightly reduced frequency.

TfL has advised commuters to allow for additional journey time and consider alternate routes where necessary.

Heading to Wimbledon this summer? Go to Southfields station

Tuesday 1 July 2025 15:34 , Nuray Bulbul

Tennis enthusiasts may not realise that Southfields station may be a better option for them to get to the All England Lawn Tennis & Croquet Club (AELTC).

According to Google Maps, Wimbledon station is a 21-minute walk and Southfields station is a 16-minute walk from the tennis grounds.

No service between Parsons Green and Wimbledon

Tuesday 1 July 2025 15:18 , Nuray Bulbul

There is currently no service between Parsons Green and Wimbledon on the District line.

Alternative routes you can take to Wimbledon station

Tuesday 1 July 2025 15:04 , Nuray Bulbul

South Western Railway / Thameslink

Frequent direct trains from London Waterloo, Clapham Junction and other mainline stations. Thameslink also runs through to Sutton during peak hours.

Northern Line + Tramlink combination

You can take the Northern line to South Wimbledon, then switch to Tramlink at Morden Road, thanks to the out-of-station interchange.

If you're considering traveling by bus, you can take the 493, 57, 152 as well as the Championship shuttle buses.

Alternatively, if you're traveling by car, the Morden Park park-and-ride operates during the Championships (06:30–23:00), costing around £15 per car.

Mildmay line also part suspended

Tuesday 1 July 2025 14:49 , Nuray Bulbul

The Mildmay line is the latest to be impacted by the delays.

There is currently no service between South Acton and Richmond while Network Rail fixes a signal failure at Gunnersbury.

The District line has been experiencing delays for several hours.

Tuesday 1 July 2025 14:41 , Nuray Bulbul

The District line has been experiencing delays since the morning rush hour on Tuesday.

Other lines have been experiencing similar problems.

Passengers are desperately seeking alternative routes.

District line delays are due to signal failure at Wimbledon

Tuesday 1 July 2025 14:27 , Nuray Bulbul

There are severe delays between Edgware Road and Wimbledon while Network Rail fix a signal failure at Wimbledon.

Delays also affect the Bakerloo and Lioness lines.

Tuesday 1 July 2025 14:19 , Nuray Bulbul

An earlier faulty train at Wembley Central is causing delays on both the Bakerloo and Lioness lines as well as the District.

Wimbledon station busier than usual

Tuesday 1 July 2025 14:13 , Nuray Bulbul

TfL suggests Wimbledon station is more crowded than usual, but its live data indicates it is likely to become quieter in the next hour or so.

What's wrong with the District line?

Tuesday 1 July 2025 14:06 , Nuray Bulbul

The District line is facing a number of interruptions.

Wimbledon fans can expect severe delays between Edgware Road and Wimbledon while Network Rail repairs a signal failure at Wimbledon.

There is currently no service between Turnham Green and Richmond while Network Rail fixes a signal failure at Gunnersbury.

There are also minor delays between Barking and Upminster due to an earlier fire alert at South Kensington.

Seek alternative routes if you're trying to get to Wimbledon. Tickets are being accepted on London Buses and South Western Railway.

Packed platforms at Earl's Court as District line hit by delays

Tuesday 1 July 2025 13:59

Fans on their way to Wimbledon have been left stranded in the 32°C heat due to delays on the District line.

TfL has said there are severe delays between Edgware Road and Wimbledon owing to a signal failure.

Platforms are packed at stations including Earl’s Court as passengers wait for updates.

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