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The 15 Costliest US Hurricanes of the 21st Century

A ranking of the most destructive storms that have hit the United States since 2000.

Couple Narrowly Escapes Sinkhole Collapse in Houston

Rex and Barbara Gressett's routine grocery trip turned terrifying when their car plunged into a sudden sinkhole on Veterans Memorial Drive.

Security Guard Says Early Evacuation Could Have Saved Lives at Deadly Camp Flood

Testimony reveals missed chances to prepare and delayed decisions to evacuate at Camp Mystic during 2025 disaster.

Director Testifies About Deadly Camp Mystic Floods

Hearing examines warnings sent before July 4 tragedy that killed 27 campers and counselors

Texas Summer Camp Faces Scrutiny After Deadly Flood

Camp director testifies he missed weather warnings before tragedy struck

Camp Mystic official says he didn't see flood warnings before deadly storm

Testimony reveals missed alerts and delayed evacuation at Texas summer camp where 27 were killed

Texas Summer Camp Faces Scrutiny After Deadly Flood

Camp Mystic director testifies he didn't see flood warnings before deadly 2025 disaster

Camp Mystic director testifies he missed flood warnings before deadly July 4 floods

The camp's evacuation plans and alert systems were inadequate, according to court testimony.

Texas Summer Camp Faces Scrutiny After Deadly Flood

Camp Mystic director testifies he missed flood warnings before deadly 2025 storm

Camp Mystic director testifies he missed flood warnings before deadly 2025 storm

Eastland says staff had no meetings about pending danger and didn't evacuate until it was too late, as legal battle continues with victims' families

Camp Mystic director says he missed flood warnings before deadly 2025 storm

Families of victims have sued the camp, alleging officials failed to protect campers as floodwaters approached.