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July 9, 2025 26 mins
Today on City Cast Houston, over 100 people have died from the Texas floods, raising questions if the scale of this tragedy could have been prevented. Host Raheel Ramzanali talks with columnist Chris Tomlinson about why he believes state leaders ignored warnings of worsening flood risks. Plus, former camper Rachel Kherkher shares what made Camp Mystic so magical —  and how she’s trying to help uplift our community during this time of grief.  Houston ISD elementary school student Greta Toranzo dies in Camp Mystic floods, parents say Guadalupe River flood deaths were entirely preventable — but Texas officials ignored the warnings Learn more about the sponsors of this July 9th episode: Margaritaville Lake Resort Lake Conroe | Houston Visit Port Aransas A.D. Players Theater Contemporary Arts Museum Houston Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don’t have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let’s Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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