A hydrologist explains why the region is known as Flash Flood Alley and how its geography and geology can lead to heavy ...

FEMA’s maps are essential tools for identifying flood risks, but they have significant gaps that limit their effectiveness.

(The Conversation) – Texas Hill Country is known for its landscapes, where shallow rivers wind among hills and through rugged valleys. That geography also makes it one of the deadliest places in ...

TEXAS, USA — As emergency crews respond to catastrophic, deadly flooding in Kerrville and the Hill Country region, two interactive maps can help residents and families track real-time flood ...

Large swaths of Texas remain in severe to exceptional drought — the three highest categories — including the Texas Hill Country, which saw the greatest devastation from last week's flash flood ...

Rivers Are the Soul of the Texas Hill Country, and a Source of Heartache The rivers etching the terrain are a beloved feature of the rapidly growing region. But last week’s flooding was an ...