A West Texas Cloud Seeder Debunks Those Conspiracy Theories
In the aftermath of deadly floods in Central Texas, a bizarre theory emerged on social media: This was no act of God or natural disaster—it was man-made.“We must end the dangerous and deadly pract...
When the Floodwaters Receded
There are memories all along the Guadalupe River. Just ask the volunteers, former camp counselors, and residents of the area. They’ll all point to their sacred spots. Memories hang in the trees on r...
The Spiritual First Responders of Hunt, Texas
In the early-morning hours of July 4, the Reverend Bill Harris, pastor of Hunt United Methodist Church, got a knock at his door. A volunteer firefighter told him he had to open up the sanctuary—heli...
Texas Monthly Writers on Covering the Central Texas Floods
In the week since the floods in Central Texas, we at Texas Monthly have been closely covering what happened and how our fellow Texans have responded.We’ve told stories about the staggering loss of l...