Deadly floods in Texas may become more common as federal agencies face cuts under Trump
Experts warn that the recent deadly floods in Texas could be a sign of things to come in the US, as federal agencies like Fema and the National Weather Service face significant cuts under the Trump administration. The lack of preparedness and response capabilities due to these cuts is raising concerns about the increasing risks posed by extreme weather events.
The deadly Texas floods could signal a new norm in the US, as experts warn that dismantling crucial federal agencies by Donald Trump and his allies may have contributed to the disaster. More than 100 people are dead and dozens missing after flash floods in Texas Hill Country swept away holiday camps and homes. The storm stalled before dumping heavy rain, a common occurrence as the planet warms.
Concerns are raised about the failure of the early warning system to evacuate Camp Mystic, where 700 girls were camped on a flood plain. Experts point to the chaos and cuts at the National Weather Service (NWS) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (Fema) as potential factors in the high death toll.
Trump's threats to disband Fema and the lack of a clear plan for emergency management have raised alarms. Reports indicate significant workforce reductions at Fema and NWS, affecting disaster response capabilities.
The Texas floods highlight the importance of well-funded and prepared federal agencies in responding to extreme weather events. The cuts in funding and staffing at NWS and Fema could have serious consequences for future disaster management.
According to the source: The Guardian.
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