Newly released audio suggests a troubling delay in flood alerts for Texans—despite a firefighter requesting emergency warnings at least an hour before residents finally got them. The gap raises questions about whether faster action could have helped people prepare or evacuate sooner.

Editor’s Note: When disasters hit, every minute counts. If alerts lag behind the actual danger, it’s not just a bureaucratic hiccup—it’s a failure that puts lives at risk. This story digs into whether the system broke down or if someone dropped the ball, and why it matters for future emergencies.