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Why it can be hard to warn people about dangers like floods – communication researchers explain the role of human behavior
As flash floods ravage areas like the Texas Hill Country, research shows that technology alone cannot save lives during ...
Some Texas flood alerts delayed as officials waited for authorization, ex-official says
Recordings provided to CBS News showed first responders asking for an emergency alert to be sent, but dispatchers delayed because they needed special authorization.
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Texas flood alerts 'delayed while officials waited for public alert authorization'
As search and rescue operations continue in the Hill Country of Texas, more information is being revealed about the flood ...
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'Particularly Dangerous Situation': NWS adds new warning for extreme wildfire risk
A "red flag" warning means dangerous wildfire conditions are happening or about to happen. The National Weather Service says ...
How does Ohio's emergency alert system work? What to know when severe weather approaches
It's the middle of severe weather season in Ohio, meaning more storms are likely still to come. Here's how the state will let ...
Deadly Texas floods raise questions about emergency alerts and whether staffing cuts affected forecasts and warnings
The first weather emergency alert sent by the National Weather Service with urgent language instructing people to "seek ...