Trump Visits Flood-Stricken Texas as Rescue Operations Continue

Sun Jul 13 2025 04:30:48 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
Trump Visits Flood-Stricken Texas as Rescue Operations Continue

President Trump surveys flood damage in Texas while assuring affected residents of government support amidst ongoing search for the missing.


Amid the devastation caused by severe floods in Texas that have claimed at least 121 lives and left over 160 missing, President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump visited Kerrville to meet local officials and aid recovery efforts. Amidst comments on the tragedy and ongoing rescue operations, questions arise regarding the adequacy of early warnings issued to residents.


In Kerrville, Texas, President Donald Trump has pledged federal assistance to the residents affected by catastrophic floods that occurred last week, resulting in the deaths of at least 121 individuals. On Friday, Trump, alongside First Lady Melania Trump, met with local leaders to inspect the significant damage, which saw the Guadalupe River rise dramatically, enveloping homes and prompting widespread evacuations.

The president expressed his shock at the level of devastation, stating, "I've never seen anything like it," as he observed the wreckage, including an overturned tractor trailer. Meanwhile, the search for 161 people still unaccounted for continues, with over 12,300 volunteers dedicating time and effort towards recovery operations. Officials reported that these volunteers are working up to 10 hours a day to locate those missing and sift through debris.

First Lady Melania Trump joined her husband's visit to the flood site, displaying compassion as she consoled grieving families. Offering her condolences, she stated, "My deepest sympathy to all of the parents who lost beautiful young souls," while assuring those affected of her intention to return. Among the victims were 27 young girls who perished during a summer camp on the banks of the Guadalupe River.

As search crews tirelessly comb through the remnants left by the flood, organizations like Heal Corps are expanding their operations to ensure all victims are accounted for. “This is a massive operation, expanding day by day,” Rajeev Fernando, Chief Medical Officer at Heal Corps, informed media, underscoring the challenging nature of recovering bodies amid the debris-strewn landscape.

The flash flooding, with the river rising 26 feet in just 45 minutes, has ignited discussions surrounding the effectiveness of early warnings issued to residents. Experts have pointed out factors contributing to the disaster's severity, such as the timing of the floods and the patchy nature of emergency alerts. In response to inquiries about the adequacy of pre-event warnings, President Trump rebuffed criticisms, branding them as inappropriate.

Meanwhile, search unit leader Joe Rigelsky, founder of the Christian aid organization Upstream International, highlighted the need for specialized teams and resources to aid recovery. As emotional scenes unfold amidst search efforts, families grapple with the loss and seek closure as the community rallies to recover lost belongings and support those enduring heartache.

In light of the tragedy across Texas, various reports are calling for a reevaluation of current emergency response strategies, emphasizing community safety and improved communication channels as critical priorities moving forward. The combined efforts of state, local volunteers, and federal agencies strive toward rebuilding and recovery in the aftermath of this harrowing calamity.

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