Ingram Fire Department shifts focus from flood response to rebuilding, thanks to overwhelming community support. INGRAM, Texas — Ingram Fire Department has transitioned from emergency flood response to long-term rebuilding efforts after an overwhelming community response met their immediate disaster relief needs, Chief Diana Baccus announced.

"As the community begins to rebuild, we remain committed to standing beside them in the days and weeks to come."

In response to the deadly flash floods in Texas, King County leaders are taking proactive measures to prevent a similar disaster.

Opportunities to assist those impacted by the flooding in the Hill Country are emerging. Here’s how to help, and how to vet other charitable requests.

Follow for live updates in the Texas flooding as more than 173 are missing as rescuers continue a desperate search

Monetary donations are the most effective way to help, and several reputable organizations are accepting funds.

A GOP state lawmaker who represents Kerr County says he likely would vote differently now on House Bill 13, which would have established a grant program for counties to build new emergency communication infrastructure.

Plus, Medicaid and Affordable Care Act cuts in Donald Trump's domestic policy bill have rural hospitals considering what services they might have to cut.