Texas County Declares Disaster Area: Implications for Investors and Businesses in Oman
Washington, July 6 – President Donald Trump announced today that Kerr County in Texas has been declared a disaster area after 59 people lost their lives and dozens remain missing due to severe flooding caused by heavy rainfall.
In a post on Truth Social, the President stated, “The goal of this declaration is to ensure that rescue teams receive the resources they need immediately.”
Trump added that families in the county are suffering from an unimaginable tragedy, with lives lost and many still unaccounted for.
The National Weather Service confirmed that the threat of flooding has diminished in parts of Kerr County following the severe thunderstorms experienced in the region on Friday.
Earlier, the agency had declared a state of emergency after the Guadalupe River rose by 8 meters in just 45 minutes, leading to sudden floods that affected summer camps and several residential areas.
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The recent disaster in Texas underscores the importance of disaster preparedness for businesses in Oman, especially as climate-related events become more frequent. Opportunities exist in developing resilient infrastructure and emergency response services, but risks are heightened for those unprepared for potential natural disasters. Smart investors and entrepreneurs should look to innovate in risk management solutions and sustainable practices to thrive in this evolving landscape.
Source: Oman News
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