As recently as last week, nearly 100 people were still missing following the July 4 weekend floods. Read more at straitstimes ...

KERRVILLE, Texas — Just three people remain missing — down from nearly 100 at last count — since the Texas Hill Country was pounded by massive flooding on July 4, officials said Saturday.

Two massive disasters this year are leading some to grapple with the question of how to get officials and the public to care and take action.