🤔 Locals want answers on Austin flood

🚨 Local Flood Warnings Came Late, Austinites Say

Travis County officials plan to do an analysis of its July 5th flood response, after residents in the area say warnings were not sufficient and did not make clear how severe flooding was. [Austin American-Statesman]

• More than 160 people are still missing after floods in the Hill Country. At least 115 people died. [The Associated Press]
• Gov. Greg Abbott announced 18 items for the upcoming special session of the Texas Legislature including flood warning systems, along with emergency communications and relief funding for the Hill Country. [Office of the Texas Governor]
• President Donald Trump plans to visit the flood-ravaged parts of the state on Friday. [Fox 7 Austin]

💧 What Went Wrong in the Hill Country Floods

It’s been nearly a week since deadly floods devastated the Hill Country, and many are wondering why the event, which killed more than 100 people, was so bad. KXAN Senior Forecaster Jim Spencer has ideas on what went wrong, and how the state can better prepare for next time. [City Cast Austin 🎧]

🍣 Japanese Deli Taking Over Downtown Royal Blue Grocery Spot

Michi’s Japanese Deli & Sushi is preparing to open in the spot where Royal Blue Grocery used to be on Congress Avenue, and will offer sushi, drinks, and produce. [Austin Business Journal]

🫠 How To Eat in the Heat

How does one enjoy a meal while sweating, gulping down water, and reaching for a pocket fan? It’s not too hard, it turns out. [Eater Austin]