In some ways, out-of-towners were more vulnerable in the July 4 flood. At least 19 of the more than 100 people killed were from the Houston area.

Crissy and Avi Eliashar bought their home in Jonestown, Texas, 13 years ago. They never had a problem with flooding until water washed away their home. Like many victims of the Texas flood, they don’t have flood insurance to help cover the losses.

After this week’s storms and tornado warning, D.C. residents living in basements are sounding the alarm—here’s what to know before the next flood hits.

"No more excuses," says the creator of a petition seeking a new early warning siren system for floods, tornadoes and life-threatening emergencies.

In the early hours of Independence Day, rain pelted sleeping communities in central Texas. No one knew yet how devastating the storm would become.

With the possibility of heavy rain from afternoon thunderstorms through Monday, July 14, and the ground still soaking from earlier storms, there’s a big risk for more flooding in the

With hurricane season underway and concerns over flooding in Texas making headlines, WESH 2 got a behind-the-scenes look at how St. Johns River officials prepare for storm surge. Woody Boynton, the bureau chief of operations and maintenance, gave a guided tour and showcased several levees designed to divert the flow of water.