# Flood Sirens: Hope or Hype in Kerr County | San Antonio News

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Podcast: [San Antonio News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/san-antonio-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7463311)
Published: 2026-07-06T02:24:30+00:00
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Kerr County is racing to install flood warning sirens after deadly July Fourth floods, deploying two systems—one privately funded, the other backed by state disaster money—to alert residents before water rises dangerously fast. For survivors and families who lost loved ones, the sirens represent a haunting hope: what if an early warning had saved lives? But skepticism lingers—could thunderstorms drown out the siren’s cry? Officials are working to automate the alerts using flood sensors, though manual activation still rules for now. Questions remain about range, coverage, and timing, yet many residents see this as a vital step toward safety, even if the real test won’t come until the next emergency. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/eafa3c4c28ff9d29

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