A Wake-Up Call for Emergency Readiness in Texas
The importance of having a early flood warning systems could have saved dozes of lives. The devastating flash floods that swept through Central Texas have taken a heartbreaking toll, with 81 confirmed deaths as of 7/6/2025. Including 28 children from just one county. Campgrounds, family camps, and riverside communities near the Guadalupe River were overwhelmed in the early morning hours, leaving many with little or no warning. Officials in Kerr County had previously considered installing flood warning sirens but never followed through, a delay that may have cost lives.
With more heavy rain expected and dozens still missing, now is the time to rethink how we approach emergency alerts in vulnerable areas.
What Could Have Helped: Smart Flood Detection and Local Alarm Systems
The flood detection system is built on a single piece of stainless-steel rod equipped with two float switch sensors designed for early warning and emergency response.
- Sensor One is positioned lower on the rod. When triggered by rising water levels, is activates local alarms including lights and sirens. This immediate alert is designed to warn nearby individuals, such as families at campgrounds or riverside areas, prompting them to begin evacuation and move to higher ground.
- Sensor Two is mounted several inches above the first sensor. When water reaches this second threshold, it triggers aa connected security alarm system that sends an automatic alert to local authorities. This includes police, EMS, and fire departments, enabling them to respond quickly, assist with evacuations, and deploy rescue operations if necessary.
This two-stage system ensures both early local warning and swift emergency response, helping to protect lives and reduce reaction time during flash flood events.
Central Texas Deserves Better Emergency Infrastructure
Texas communities, especially in flood prone regions like Kerrville, the Concho Valley, and along the Guadalupe River. Need localized, dependable alert systems. It's clear the national alerts alone aren't enough.
Central Security can help with early warning system installation, flood detection devices, and rapid deployment alarms. No long-term contracts. Just scalable, dependable solutions that protect lives.
Let's Build Safer Communities Together
It you manage a campground, riverside community, youth camp, or public park, now is the time to act. Contact Central Security for a free consultation on how to implement a smart flood detection and alarm system tailored to your environment.
Our hearts at Central Security go out to the family and community effected by the recent floods. We will continue our prayers for the people effected.
