<h1>President tours flood disaster areas, praises officials despite criticism over delayed warnings and emergency response timing.</h1> A president toured Texas flood sites following catastrophic flooding that killed at least 120 people and left over 170 missing since July 4th. The disaster particularly impacted a century-old Christian summer camp where 27 people died. During the visit, the president praised state and local officials and first responders, despite mounting criticism about delayed flood warnings. The president approved extending the major disaster declaration to eight additional counties for federal assistance. Officials faced questions about preparedness and response timing, with some calling for improved early warning systems and phone tower repairs. The visit marked a shift from previous campaign promises to eliminate FEMA.