Texas: Flash floods in Texas killed more than 100 people over the Fourth of July weekend, with an unknown number still missing. Among the victims were several girls attending a summer camp. The devastation along the Guadalupe River, near San Antonio, has prompted a massive search and rescue operation, as officials face mounting scrutiny over their preparedness and the speed of their initial response.
In hard-hit Kerr County, home to Camp Mystic and several other summer camps, searchers have found the bodies of 84 people, including 28 children, according to Kerr County officials. The death toll has crossed 104 across central Texas.
As reported by the Associated Press, the flooding began in the early hours of Friday, catching many residents off guard while they were asleep. Officials in Kerr County reported 75 fatalities, including 27 children.
Efforts are now underway to evaluate the region’s emergency alert systems and potentially implement a more robust flood warning protocol. The flooding destroyed infrastructure, homes, and entire campsites.
President Donald Trump is visiting Texas on Friday (July 11) to visit areas affected by recent severe flooding. He has signed a major disaster declaration for Texas, unlocking federal emergency funds and activating FEMA to assist with response and recovery.
