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Associated Press
2 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Marble Falls Water Heaters Installs & Replacement: Expert Services Announced
Complete Care Plumbing Electric & AC (325) 248-5442 announces an updated range of same-day water heater installations for Marble Falls residents. Their technicians handle gas, electric, solar, and space-saving tankless systems while navigating new federal sizing requirements that challenge traditional installations. Marble Falls, United States, August 18, 2025 -- Complete Care Plumbing Electric & AC announces expanded water heater installation and replacement services for Marble Falls residents, offering tankless options with same-day consultations available. For more information, visit The service addresses common water heater issues, including corrosion, insufficient hot water supply, and foul-smelling water that homeowners experience when equipment fails. Complete Care Plumbing technicians provide diagnosis, repair recommendations for gas, solar, tankless, or electric water heaters, and job-based quotes. Water heaters in the Texas Hill Country typically last six to ten years due to hard water conditions affecting plumbing equipment longevity. Annual maintenance helps extend equipment life, though many homeowners face unexpected failures resulting in higher utility bills, inconsistent water temperatures, or complete hot water loss. The company offers tankless water heating systems as an alternative to conventional forty-gallon storage tanks for improved efficiency. Tankless units heat water on demand through a series of coils, eliminating standby energy losses while providing a continuous hot water supply. These systems occupy less space than traditional tanks and typically operate for fifteen to twenty years with proper maintenance. 'Our technicians diagnose issues quickly and determine whether repair or replacement makes the most financial sense for each customer,' said a Complete Care Plumbing representative. 'We bring new water heaters directly to homes, complete installations immediately, and remove old units as part of our comprehensive service approach.' New federal water heater efficiency standards require models approximately two inches larger in length and width than previous versions. This size increase creates installation challenges for attic locations, storage closets, and utility rooms with limited space. Complete Care Plumbing provides consultations to assess fitting requirements and recommend appropriate solutions, including high-efficiency models or tankless alternatives. Signs indicating water heater replacement include loud operational noises, visible tank leaks, units past their six-year warranties, and rust-colored tap water. The company schedules immediate consultations for homeowners experiencing these symptoms, helping prevent complete system failures and associated water damage or service interruptions. Complete Care Plumbing, Electric & AC serves the Hill Country region with plumbing, electrical, and air conditioning services from their local facility. The company maintains an inventory of current water heater models meeting new efficiency standards while supplies remain available for standard installations. Get additional information about water heater installation and replacement services here. Contact Info: Name: Clint Evans Email: Send Email Organization: Complete Care Plumbing Electric & AC Address: 2205 Warehouse Circle Ste 101, Marble Falls, TX 78654, United States Phone: +1-325-248-5442 Website: Release ID: 89167558 Should you detect any errors, issues, or discrepancies with the content contained within this press release, or if you need assistance with a press release takedown, we kindly request that you inform us immediately by contacting [email protected] (it is important to note that this email is the authorized channel for such matters, sending multiple emails to multiple addresses does not necessarily help expedite your request). Our expert team will be available to promptly respond and take necessary steps within the next 8 hours to resolve any identified issues or guide you through the removal process. We value the trust placed in us by our readers and remain dedicated to providing accurate and reliable information.
Associated Press
07-08-2025
- General
- Associated Press
Texas youth camps tell lawmakers they need better coordination, emergency plans during disasters
As they consider youth camp safety reforms following last month's deadly floods, Texas lawmakers should help camps design a multi-layered disaster plan that creates useful backstops, the owners of two Hill Country camps said on Wednesday. To start, youth camps should work together with first responders when developing their state-required emergency management plans, said Steve Baskin, the owner and executive director of Camp Champions in Marble Falls. 'These groups have insights and expertise, not just in protocols but protocols purely specific to a local area,' Baskin told the House Culture, Recreation and Tourism Committee. 'Emergency plans should then be filed with local authorities, so they know what you're going to do.' Wednesday's committee hearing was the first time state leaders scheduled a discussion on youth camp emergency preparedness and flood response since the July 4 floods killed at least 137 people, including 27 campers and counselors of Camp Mystic in Kerr County. Baskin's cousin, Camp Heart O' The Hills Director Jane Ragsdale, was also killed in the flooding. There are some 10 bills to improve youth camp safety filed during this special legislative session which ends Aug. 19. Many are calling for everything from evacuation drills, sirens and stocking each riverview cabin with lifejackets, to having the Texas Division of Emergency Management give input on emergency plans. Currently, the Texas Department of State Health Services, checks that camps have a plan and that they are posted in each building of the camp, but the agency is not empowered to check the effectiveness of the plans. Baskin, who operates camps in North Carolina and is also a board member of the American Camp Association, the nation's largest camp accreditation organization, offered a laundry list of recommendations during the hearing. Among them, camps should develop a communication system that will work even in the event of a cell service or power outage. Many of the 18 camps in and around Hunt already employ the use of two-way radios or walkie-talkies or airhorns. Meg Clark, executive director and owner of Camp Waldemar, told lawmakers her camp had two different radio systems because that part of Kerr County has spotty cell service. 'It's an essential part of our communication.' Both Baskin and Clark stressed the need for multiple, interlocking methods to assess weather and other emergencies. Relying on online weather reports is fine but camps need to build up their own camp and law enforcement networks to help report along the river when weather changes instantly. Clark pointed out that having local emergency responders regularly come to Waldemar to be part of their training is critical to helping them understand where things are located and how they can respond quickly. 'Safety is not just a box that we check,' she said. 'It is actually a culture … It is truly in the forefront of our minds at all times. Weather radios not dependent on electricity are also a must. 'When everything else fails, radios continue to get signals.' Baskin said. He also stressed the need for a more detailed disaster plan for camps where say a flood watch prompts one set of action, but a flood warning requires another set for staff to follow. As for campers, clear instructions that inform but don't overwhelm campers should be key, he said. 'We don't need 30-page binders in every cabin,' he said. Both Baskin and Clark pressed upon lawmakers the need to keep in mind that every camp is different. Both Baskin and Clark were hesitant to endorse sirens at camps after lawmakers asked them for their input. They worry about creating more stress on campers, but they said campers should be warned of an imminent threat. Camp Waldemar's emergency prep on July 4 At Camp Waldemar, Clark described an orderly disaster response at the camp that kicked in after staff received a text about 1:30 a.m. on July 4 and the rain intensity increased. Staff members immediately pulled in canoes from the river but all of Waldemar's cabins were on a bluff, away from the water. Unlike Camp Mystic, all of Waldemar's cabins were located outside the flood plain. She said the camp's emergency plan called for all 318 campers who were on site, as well as the 150 staff members to remain inside the camp's buildings until the storm passed. 'Because there are numerous low water bridges all the way to camp, to evacuate children at night or any time during a flood, would have devastating results,' Clark said. 'We have always sheltered in place.' Waldemar's electricity was knocked out and there was limited cell service. Clark said they immediately contacted all the girls' families to let them know they were safe. A water line to the camp was immediately taken out by the storm, so the following day Clark and her staff decided to end the camp term early and notified parents where to pick up children who were transported by the Ingram school district buses once the roads were passable. 'As required, we maintain an emergency action plan and evacuation plan, outlining all of our procedures,' Clark told the committee. The plans are updated regularly and every summer her staff gets a multi-day orientation that includes everything from emergency protocol to camper supervision and severe weather precautions. During heavy storms, campers stay in their cabin or in other inside locations. If lightning is detected, camp classes are canceled. Keep the no-phone policy One of the unique challenges, both she and Baskin pointed out, was the lack of adequate cell service in Kerr County, forcing most camps to rely on secondary methods of communication, namely walkie-talkies. She and Baskin stressed to lawmakers that letting children unplug from electronic devices was a key benefit of summer camp and asked that any recommendation or bill they champion not require that campers come with cell phones to camp. 'You know, part of the beauty of camp is that the children do get to unplug, that they are off their devices,' Clark said. Committee Chair Will Metcalf, R-Conroe, who noted his own twin daughters are the fourth generation of girls in his family to attend Waldemar, praised both Clark and Baskin for their thorough recommendations and commitment to safety. 'It's a very special place,' he said. When asked about what could have been done to better help camps following the flooding, Baskin praised the local and state efforts but pointed out that better coordination could have helped everyone. 'What I felt in the heat of the moment was we needed a quarterback,' she said. 'At times it was hard to know who was in charge.' ___ This story was originally published by The Texas Tribune and distributed through a partnership with The Associated Press.
The Sun
11-07-2025
- The Sun
Hero teen, 17, dies saving whole family from sinking van after they drove off cliff & plummeted into raging floodwaters
A BRAVE teenager saved her entire family after their van plunged off a washed-out bridge and into deadly floodwaters. The 17-year-old managed to pull open a car door and help her parents and siblings escape, but got caught in the current before she could reach the shore herself. 7 7 7 The heartbreaking tragedy unfolded in Marble Falls, Texas, early Saturday morning as Malaya Hammond and her family were heading to a Christian summer camp. It was pitch dark and pouring rain when their van unknowingly drove over Cow Creek Bridge, which had just collapsed in the storm. Close family friend Mikki Willis said the vehicle plummeted into raging floodwaters below, setting off a frantic fight for survival. 'It was Malaya who was the one that was able to get a car door open,' Willis told FOX affiliate KVUE. Willis said that all of them got out of the car and were heading to the shore. 'Malaya got stuck in a current and was pulled away from her family.' What we know so far... At least 120 people lost their lives and more than 161 people are still missing Weather forecasts show there's a chance for more rain today in Texas Hill Country At least three people have died in flash flooding in Ruidoso, New Mexico Families of Camp Mystic girls were sent a chilling note letting them know if their daughters lived or died Haunting pictures show empty bunks after 27 girls and counselors were killed Trump is set to visit Texas on Friday as Karoline Leavitt hits back at 'depraved lie' against US President Dad dies in floods after refusing to let go of still-missing sons Other victims include the niece of the Kansas City Chiefs' owners, and sisters who were found dead with their hands locked together Hammond was later found dead after a three-day search involving family, volunteers, and a chartered boat. 'She was an incredible role model for her siblings,' Willis said. Country singer confirms little brother died in Texas floods trying to save sons, 1 & 5, as his niece now left orphaned 'The parents are amazing, but Malaya also set the standard as the oldest.' The family went into the river to say goodbye and "make peace with the water" after her body was recovered on Monday. 'They gave thanks that they had found her and that they have closure,' Willis added. The family also witnessed a double rainbow in the sky after her body was found. Donald Trump's statement on Texas floods "The Trump Administration is working with State and Local Officials on the ground in Texas in response to the tragic flooding that took place yesterday. "Our Secretary of Homeland Security, Kristi Noem, will be there shortly. "Melania and I are praying for all of the families impacted by this horrible tragedy. "Our Brave First Responders are on site doing what they do best. GOD BLESS THE FAMILIES, AND GOD BLESS TEXAS!" 'She loved rainbows and later, they felt that that was her saying, you know, 'I'm with God now, and I love you,'' said Willis' wife Nadia Salamanca. The Hammonds had been en route to Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp nestled by the Guadalupe River, when disaster struck. The camp was hit particularly hard by the flooding, with almost 30 campers and staff confirmed dead and at least 10 still missing. The Hammonds' story is just one of many heartbreaking tragedies to emerge from the catastrophic flooding across Central Texas. 7 7 OVER 100 DEAD At least 120 people have been confirmed dead in the wake of the catastrophic floods in Texas, with 95 found in Kerr County alone, including young campers and counselors. The river swelled by 40 feet overnight, swallowing cabins and crushing buildings in its path. One of the hardest-hit areas was Bubble Inn, home to the camp's youngest girls, aged 8 and 9. All 14 girls and their counselors in the Bubble Inn cabin are either dead or missing. Camp director Dick Eastland also died trying to save them. Aerial and satellite images show the scale of the destruction, with overturned trunks, mangled structures, and gray, mud-coated grounds replacing the once-green camp. Officials say at least 150 people remain missing in Kerr County, and hopes are fading with each passing day. WASHINGTON'S RESPONSE President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania are scheduled to visit the area on Friday to view the devastation. Questions are mounting over why evacuations weren't ordered before the storms hit, and whether budget cuts had ultimately hurt emergency response efforts. Critics say federal staffing cuts slowed alerts from the National Weather Service, a claim the White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt vehemently referred to as a "depraved lie." A FEMA task force has set up operations in Center Point, using helicopters, boats, and cadaver dogs to search the debris. Texas lawmakers are now planning a special session to address flood warnings, communication systems, and aid. In the meantime, a fundraiser has been launched to help the Hammonds replace their car, belongings, and pay for Malaya's funeral. 'If the Hammond family knew people were coming back together in her name, that would be the greatest gift,' Willis said. 7 7
Yahoo
08-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
LIVE BLOG: Flash flooding throughout Central Texas
AUSTIN (KXAN) — Several areas across Central Texas are experiencing flash flooding as rain continues to move through the area. 11:10 a.m.: Georgetown Police have closed the Austin Avenue bridge to traffic and pedestrians until further notice. 'This closure is due to concerns about the number of people stopping on the bridges and the possibility of debris hitting the bridges,' the department said on X. 11:05 a.m.: FM 1431 has been closed between Lago Vista and Marble Falls, near the entrance to the Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge. KXAN crews took these photos, which show part of the road washed away. The Travis County Sheriff's Office is on scene. 11 a.m.: As of now, 57 low water crossings are closed across Central Texas, according to Several of those closures are in western Travis and Williamson counties. There are also several closures in Llano County, as well as further southeast in Caldwell County. 10:30 a.m.: The City of Marble Falls has canceled its Lakeside Park Independence Celebration due to the weather. 'The safety of our residents, visitors and staff remains our top priority,' a post on social media read. 'With floodgate operations still underway on Lake Marble Falls and many of our first responders and resources assisting our surrounding neighbors, we need to keep the focus where it is needed most.' Officials gave an update Saturday morning on the ongoing search for survivors from the flash floods that hit along the Guadalupe River. At a 10:00 a.m. briefing, Kerrville City Manager Dalton Rice confirmed that floods killed at least 27 people. Nine children are among the dead. Rice said 27 people were missing from Camp Mystic, a girls' camp along the river. More people are reported missing, but officials did not have an exact number. Search and rescue operations will continue until all people are accounted for, according to officials. The Kerr County Sheriff's Office said that so far, more than 850 people have been evaluated and are uninjured. Joe Herring, Jr., the mayor of Kerville, said a fund has been set up by the Community Foundation of Texas Hill Country. 'People need to know today will be a hard day… it will be a hard day,' Herring said. The Williamson County Office of Emergency Management advised some residents to evacuate in Georgetown Saturday morning. Georgetown Police advised residents of the Two Rivers, San Gabriel and Waters Edge apartments to evacuate due to the rising river levels. Shelter is available at the Georgetown Recreation Center (1003 N. Austin Ave.) and the First United Methodist Church (410 E. University Ave.). The evacuations would be for residents of mobile home parks along the San Gabriel River east of the city. According to the office, evacuations would include Riverside, Shady River and Goodwater. Williamson County said a Flash Flood Warning was in effect for the western portion of the county until 10 a.m. and for the South Fork of the San Gabriel River east of Georgetown through early Sunday afternoon. The Georgetown Police Department said San Gabriel and Blue Hole parks were closed due to the river's flooding. First responders in Burnet County reported nearly 20 water rescues Saturday morning as flood waters move through Central Texas. According to the Burnet County Office of Emergency Management, first responders were working 18 different water rescues in the area. The office said several roads in the area were inaccessible, including: Highway 29 to Hamilton Creek Between Burnet and Bertram The city of Burnet said for those affected by flooding or in need of a safe place to go, the Burnet Community Center, located at 401 E. Jackson St., was open for evacuations. According to the National Weather Service (NWS), a Flash Flood Emergency was in effect for Burnet County shortly after 5 a.m. NWS said so far, 5-12' of rain has occurred, and an additional 2-5' was possible. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
El Paso team assists in Texas flooding rescues. El Paso leaders offer support, prayers
Members of the El Paso Fire Department Water Rescue Team are assisting in the statewide response taking part in search and rescue operations amid the historic flooding in central Texas. EPFD Water Rescue Team members, as part of Texas Task Force 1, helped use a boat to rescue two people clinging to a tree in the darkness amid raging floodwaters in Marble Falls, according to a video posted on the EPFD Facebook page on Sunday, July 6. Marble Falls is along the Colorado River northwest of Austin. More: Terrain and timing conspired to cause 'horrifying' Texas rainfall Relentless rains triggered widespread flash flooding that has killed at least 70 people over the Fourth of July weekend in stretches of Texas from Travis County in the Austin area, Kerrville and other towns in the Texas Hill Country and some parts of West Texas, including San Angelo, where a record-setting 14 inches of rain fell early on July 4. The El Paso team has "been working tirelessly alongside numerous other rescue agencies," the Fire Department stated, adding, " .... Our hearts go out to all of the communities in Central Texas affected by this devastating flooding. We are honored to support the response efforts and hope to make a meaningful impact." El Paso elected leaders expressed support for their fellow Texans amid the destruction caused by overflowing rivers and flood waters and the loss of lives. How to help: Texas flooding deaths hit at least 70: Here's how you can help "I can't begin to imagine the devastation the survivors and their families are going through. Praying for all of them," U.S. Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-El Paso, posted on X, formerly Twitter. State Rep. Joe Moody, D-El Paso, encouraged people to donated to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund by the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country. "Tragedy isn't partisan, & neither is helping our fellow Texans," Moody stated on X. State Rep. Jared Patterson, R-Frisco, "and I are giving to help families affected by this disaster, & we're asking others to do the same. There are hurts that money can't fix, but this is one part of easing what burdens we can. #txlege" Daniel Borunda may be reached at dborunda@ and @BorundaDaniel on X. This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: El Paso team helps in Texas flooding water rescues
