At a Wednesday morning press conference, Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha declined to answer a question about delayed emergency alerts, saying that an "after-action" would follow the search and rescue efforts. "Those questions are gonna be answered," he added.

John David Trolinger was in his home’s radio room listening intently early Friday morning as the first water rescues took place on a rising Guadalupe River.

On a mission to bring closure to families, Kerrville towing company owner Brad Friedrichs has spent the last several days recovering bodies from a mile-long stretch along the river.

"He had a strong faith and was such a good, kind young man," a family member wrote about Clayton Meadows on social media.

The Hunt Store was badly damaged by the Texas floods, but the owner vows to rebuild the landmark where Kinky Friedman and other music stars performed.

Hundreds of people were rescued in the deadly flood that devastated Hill Country on July 4. Many towns were hit by the high waters especially Kerrville, Ingram and Hunt. In Kerrville the Fourth of July typically brings chaotic excitement as the community prepares for their annual concert and festival,

Outdoor weather alert systems are not required by any federal or state law. The choice is left up to local leaders.

As of 6:25 p.m. on Wednesday, 96 people — 60 adults and 36 children — are dead after Hill Country flooding, Kerr County officials said.

The historic deluge claims victims across Texas, including a member of the Hunt family and multiple young girls from North Texas.