Karoline Leavitt Addresses Texas Flood Warning Timing

Timing of Texas Flood Warnings

• ⚠️ Karoline Leavitt was asked about the timing of flash flood warnings in Texas, specifically why they were issued in the "wee hours" while many people were sleeping.
• ⚡ Leavitt stated that the flood hit in the early morning hours, and the warnings were issued before the flood occurred, emphasizing that the timing of the natural event was an "act of God" and not the administration's fault.

National Weather Service Actions

• 🗓️ The National Weather Service issued initial notices of potential weather and flooding risks on July 2nd.
• 📈 Warnings escalated throughout July 3rd, with a flood watch issued at 1:18 p.m. and a warning of excessive rainfall and high flash flood likelihood at 6:10 p.m.
• 🚨 A hydraulic warning highlighting considerable flooding risks was issued at 6:22 p.m. on July 3rd.
• ⏰ Timely flash flood alerts were sent at 11:41 p.m., 1:14 a.m., and a flash flood emergency warning was issued at 4:03 a.m., just before the flood hit.