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Hays County is finally updating its disaster playbook to get ahead of the next big flood or storm. It’s a proactive move to make sure our neighborhoods aren't caught off guard when the weather turns ugly.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 6 mentions in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
While the plan requires upfront investment, it should save us a fortune in long-term recovery costs when the next disaster strikes.
Every resident in the county gets more peace of mind knowing there's a solid plan in place to keep them safe during a crisis.
No groups negatively affected
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