Rescue teams are scrambling to locate survivors in central Texas, following catastrophic flash floods that have left at least 32 individuals dead, among whom 14 were children. The Guadalupe River surged dramatically, rising over 26 feet (8 meters) within a mere hour during the early hours of Friday, overwhelming sleeping residents. In Kerr County alone, reports indicate that 27 children from a Christian youth camp situated along the river remain unaccounted for, as emergency services have successfully rescued around 850 individuals.
Frantic search continues in Texas after deadly flash floods claim 32 lives, including 14 children
Frantic search continues in Texas after deadly flash floods claim 32 lives, including 14 children
Search and rescue efforts are ongoing in central Texas, where devastating floods have resulted in significant loss of life and numerous missing persons.
Officials have warned of potential further rain and flooding in the coming days, exacerbating the already precarious situation. The most impacted locations include mobile homes, summer camps, and various sites crowded with families celebrating the Fourth of July holiday. In a recent press briefing, Texas Governor Greg Abbott declared an expanded disaster declaration to facilitate ongoing search efforts. He assured the public that their focus remains solely on finding those missing, stating, “we will stop when the job is completed."
Rescue operations continue to be primarily centered on the all-girls Christian summer camp, Camp Mystic, where the majority of the missing girls, notably many aged under 12, were last seen. Camp officials communicated to parents of the approximately 750 campers that if they had not received direct communication, their child was among those considered missing. Tragically, some families have publicly revealed that their children are among the deceased.
President Donald Trump has pledged federal support, articulating the administration's collaboration with local authorities during this crisis. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem expressed her deep sorrow over the fatalities and confirmed the imminent deployment of the Coast Guard to enhance search operations. Meanwhile, in neighboring Travis County, additional fatalities and missing persons have been reported due to the floods.
The forecast remains troubling, with the National Weather Service projecting 2 to 5 inches (5 cm to 12 cm) of rain for Saturday, and up to 10 inches in particularly affected areas still reeling from the severe weather of the previous day.
The situation remains dire as Texas officials and rescue teams endeavor to address the aftermath of the devastating floods and locate those still missing.
Rescue operations continue to be primarily centered on the all-girls Christian summer camp, Camp Mystic, where the majority of the missing girls, notably many aged under 12, were last seen. Camp officials communicated to parents of the approximately 750 campers that if they had not received direct communication, their child was among those considered missing. Tragically, some families have publicly revealed that their children are among the deceased.
President Donald Trump has pledged federal support, articulating the administration's collaboration with local authorities during this crisis. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem expressed her deep sorrow over the fatalities and confirmed the imminent deployment of the Coast Guard to enhance search operations. Meanwhile, in neighboring Travis County, additional fatalities and missing persons have been reported due to the floods.
The forecast remains troubling, with the National Weather Service projecting 2 to 5 inches (5 cm to 12 cm) of rain for Saturday, and up to 10 inches in particularly affected areas still reeling from the severe weather of the previous day.
The situation remains dire as Texas officials and rescue teams endeavor to address the aftermath of the devastating floods and locate those still missing.
