Search teams in Texas continue to comb through flood-ravaged areas as the death toll from catastrophic rainfall during the July 4 holiday weekend surpassed 100 on Monday. Authorities confirmed at least 104 fatalities, including 28 children, with rescue operations hampered by debris and persistently high water levels.
Emergency responders warned the toll may rise further as forecasts predict additional rainfall for the region, where rivers remain dangerously swollen. The flooding, described as one of the deadliest weather events in recent Texas history, has displaced thousands and destroyed critical infrastructure.
While the disaster occurred in the U.S., its severity underscores global climate challenges increasingly affecting communities worldwide. For Asian diaspora communities with ties to Texas and international disaster response analysts, the event highlights urgent questions about extreme weather preparedness and cross-border emergency management strategies.
