Kerr County Emergency Management Coordinator to Retire After Scrutiny From July 4 Flood Response

Kerr County emergency management coordinator to retire after scrutiny from July 4 flood response

William B. “Dub” Thomas is set to retire after 11 years as Kerr County’s emergency management coordinator.Thomas’ retirement comes months after he admitted to Texas lawmakers that he was sick and asleep in bed on the morning of July 4, 2025, when heavy rains caused the Guadalupe River to swell and crest. At least 117 people died as a result of the flooding. Thomas said he was first awakened by his wife around 5:30 a.m. on July 4, which was more …

Kerr County emergency management official criticized after floods to retire

William "Dub" Thomas, the county's emergency management coordinator, has disputed claims that he was unavailable as the river was rising.