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Texas Hill Country flooding: Meteorologist who covered Camp Mystic flood returns to document second disaster
Summary by The Lubbock Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Natalie Reyna , KCBD News
· July 17, 2026
· 3 min read
LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Surging water along the Guadalupe River and other waterways has returned to the Texas Hill Country, just over a year after the deadly Camp Mystic flood. Meteorologist Cary Allen, who covered last year’s disaster firsthand, said some residents who lost everything in 2025 ha...
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Key takeaway Meteorologist Cary Allen, who covered last year’s disaster firsthand, said some residents who lost everything in 2025 have now lost everything again.
Why this matters in The Lubbock
For Lubbock residents, the devastating flooding in the Texas Hill Country is a stark reminder of the region's shared vulnerability to severe weather. Although Lubbock is not directly affected by the Guadalupe River, the city's location in a hurricane-prone area means that its residents are not immune to the risks of flooding. The fact that the Hill Country is experiencing back-to-back flooding events in consecutive years is particularly concerning, as it highlights the potential for similar disasters to occur in other parts of the state. The improved preparation and communication efforts that helped mitigate the impact of this year's flooding in the Hill Country could serve as a model for Lubbock's own emergency response planning, particularly given the city's history of severe weather events. As the city continues to grow and develop, it is crucial that residents and officials remain vigilant and proactive in preparing for potential disasters.
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Category: parks ·
Published: July 17, 2026 ·
Source: KCBD News ·
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What is this story about? LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) - Surging water along the Guadalupe River and other waterways has returned to the Texas Hill Country, just over a year after the deadly Camp Mystic flood. Meteorologist Cary Allen, who covered last year’s disaster firsthand, said some residents who lost everything in 2025 ha...
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