📰 Texas county makes huge update to missing persons list after flood, with most found safe
Nearly 100 people who were initially reported missing after flash flooding in central Texas have been found safe, leaving only three individuals still unaccounted for in Kerr County. The search efforts, now in their third week, have led to a significant decrease from the initial count of over 160 missing persons. Kerrville City Manager Dalton Rice praised the coordinated search and rescue operations that have contributed to this progress. The death toll in Kerr County has reached 107, with 70 adults and 37 children among the victims. Across Texas, 135 people lost their lives due to the flooding caused by the rising Guadalupe River, devastating homes and claiming lives in the Hill Country region.
Recovery operations are ongoing, with over 1,000 personnel from local, state, and federal agencies, as well as numerous volunteers, conducting thorough searches along the river and surrounding areas. The tragic loss of 27 campers and counselors at Camp Mystic, a historic Christian summer camp for girls, has highlighted the impact of the flood on the community. Questions have been raised regarding whether the camp director received a flood warning alert prior to the disaster. Kerrville Mayor Joe Herring Jr. expressed solidarity with families still waiting for news and reiterated the commitment to support them throughout the ongoing recovery efforts. Kerr County, situated approximately 60 miles northwest of San Antonio, has been deeply affected by the flooding, with the Associated Press providing updates on the situation.
📰 Jake Larson, WWII veteran turned TikTok’s ‘Papa Jake,’ dies at 102, granddaughter announces
World War II veteran Jake Larson, known as “Papa Jake,” passed away at the age of 102, as announced by his granddaughter on social media. Larson played a significant role in planning the D-Day invasion and survived the Omaha Beach landing in Normandy, France. His granddaughter started a TikTok account for him, leading to his online fame and the publication of his autobiography. Larson’s family requested privacy as they mourned his passing but expressed gratitude for the support received. Larson emphasized the importance of honoring fallen soldiers and veterans, sharing messages about freedom and heroism before his death.
📰 Father of vindicated Karen Read warns concerned Americans ‘the next Karen Read could be you’ in new interview
Karen Read’s father, Bill Read, shared his family’s ordeal during her legal battle in a podcast interview. Karen, accused of murdering her boyfriend, was acquitted of homicide charges but found guilty of driving under the influence. Bill Read criticized the investigation as corrupt and believed in his daughter’s innocence. The case involved a night of drinking, conflicting accounts of events, and the discovery of the boyfriend’s body the next morning. The family faced ongoing challenges, including a wrongful death lawsuit and public scrutiny. The case led to scrutiny of the local police department and the dismissal of a lead detective for misconduct.
📰 Suspected serial killer may have abducted news anchor who vanished 30 years ago: doc
Jodi Huisentruit disappeared on her way to work in 1995, and 30 years later, a new documentary explores her case, focusing on potential connections to a suspected serial killer. The film delves into four persons of interest, including Christopher Revak, who was linked to multiple homicides and was considered a suspect in Huisentruit’s disappearance. Revak, who later died in jail, was investigated for potential involvement in various cases, including the disappearance of Rene Williams. Despite Revak’s death, investigators continue to look into his possible connection to Huisentruit’s abduction. The documentary aims to raise awareness and generate new leads to help solve the long-standing mystery surrounding Huisentruit’s disappearance.
📰 Colorado utilizing grazing cattle to help prevent wildfires in at-risk areas
Cattle are being used in Boulder County, Colorado, to reduce the risk of wildfires by grazing on dry grass that can fuel flames. The initiative is a partnership between city officials and local ranchers, with herds deployed in at-risk neighborhoods like near Wonderland Lake Park. Grazing began in early June, with 70 cattle covering 35 acres and reducing grass height from three to four feet. By trampling and grazing, the cattle help break up thatch and reduce fuel height in the grass, slowing potential fire spread. The U.S. Forest Service uses various grazers like cattle, sheep, and goats to manage vegetation and fine fuels, not just cattle. Boulder Fire Rescue sees grazing cattle as beneficial for fire prevention in both warmer months and fall, especially with the heavy rainfall this year leading to increased vegetation that could pose a future fire risk. Similar grazing programs to manage wildfire risk are being implemented in other Western states like Idaho and Nevada.
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