For flood readiness, this includes things like keeping drains, gutters and downspouts clear of debris, and knowing if you live in an area prone to flooding. You can look up your address in FEMA's Flood Map Service Center to find out if you live, work or travel in a flood zone.

At least 120 people have been killed and 173 others are missing as Texas officials deflect questions over the state’s response to the catastrophic flash floods.Kerr County remains at the center of the disaster after the Guadalupe River burst its banks on Friday.

A brutal search for survivors is still underway in Texas after catastrophic floods claimed the lives of at least 120 people. The tragedy has left people questioning our nation's disaster preparedness as the federal government makes cuts to weather agencies.

Flooding is the deadliest natural disaster facing Oklahomans, a threat far greater than tornadoes. In the United States, flooding kills an average of 103 people a year. Tornadoes, however, caused 48 deaths on average during the same period, according to the National Weather Service.

As a climate scientist who calls Texas home, I can tell you that the Hill Country of Texas is no stranger to flooding. Meteorologists often refer to it as “Flash Flood Alley” because of its steep terrain, shallow soils, and its history of sudden and intense rainfall.

Texas special session called to address flood warning failures and emergency response after Hill Country flooding caused more than 100 deaths.

For many in Oklahoma, summer means summer camp. But as the flooding tragedy unfolds in Texas, how are camps preparing in case of emergencies?

In response to the deadly flash floods in Texas, King County leaders are taking proactive measures to prevent a similar disaster.

This week’s Fresh Take features the latest on the Texas floods and how leaders can prepare for climate emergencies, why M&Ms prefers artificial food dyes and more.