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after Texas Flood At least 32 people were killed Friday, and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) secretary Kristi Noem criticized the notice ahead of the flood, saying the government was working to update the “neglected” and “ancient” systems of the National Weather Service and NOAA.
Noem cites her time in Congress and the governor of South Dakota, and while the weather is unpredictable, in some cases officials and citizens say the need for faster warnings and Clearer notifications Before the deadly weather.
“This is one of the reasons why it was president [Donald] trump card He said he said he wanted to fix it and is currently upgrading the technology. “Norm said in a press conference with state officials Saturday afternoon.
“The National Weather Service stated that it is related to this [National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration] (NOAA), we need to update this ancient system that has been with the federal government for many years. ”
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The crew worked Saturday to clear the debris bridge over the Guadalupe River in Ingram, Texas. (AP Photo/Rodolfo Gonzalez)
The National Weather Service told NOEM that its notification department began to pay attention to the expansion of its limited flood-affected area at 1:18 p.m. Thursday, about 12 hours before the tragedy.
Despite flood surveillance, Nome described it as a “medium” alarm.
“when [weather] “The system crosses the area. [what] We experienced it during this period [Hurricane] Harveythe reaction of the same type of system is unpredictable with the way it stops here and abandons the unprecedented rainfall that causes such flood events. ”

The drone landscape shows debris on a road after a comfortable mountain flood in Texas. (Reuters/Marco Bello)
Initial reports showed that heavy rains on Friday morning caused the Guadalupe River to rise nearly 30 feet in 45 minutes.
Meteorological Services Employee tells Norm They continue to raise notices, although these alerts may appear early in the morning when local residents fall asleep.
Texas officials confirmed at least 32 deaths on Saturday, including 14 children.

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Texas Governor Greg Abbott discussed ongoing efforts after the recent flooding of the Guadalupe River in the Guadalupe River during a press conference Saturday in Ingram, Texas. (AP Photo/Rodolfo Gonzalez)
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One of the popular areas is Mystic Camp Mystic, a private Christian camp for all girls Hunter, Texas.
As of Saturday afternoon, 27 young girls were still missing.
“I do give your concerns back to the federal government, President Trump, and we will do everything we can to fix these things that can fail you and your community members,” Norm told reporters.
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“We know everyone wants more warning time, which is why we are working to upgrade technology that has been neglected for too long to ensure families have as many advanced notifications as possible,” she added.
Norm said the reform is underway, although she has not announced a specific timetable.

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