Texas is facing a deepening flood crisis as the death toll rises to at least 82, with dozens still unaccounted for and more rain expected in the coming days. The National Weather Service has issued fresh warnings for Central Texas, particularly the region known as “Flash Flood Alley,” which could receive up to 10 inches of rain. Officials caution that additional rainfall in areas already devastated by recent floods will likely trigger more flash flooding.
Among the most tragic developments is the situation at Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp for girls located along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County. A desperate search is underway for 10 missing campers and their counselor who were swept away by the fast-rising waters. Authorities confirmed that at least four of the missing girls have been found dead, and 28 children are now confirmed to have died in the disaster, which Representative Chip Roy described as a once-in-a-century flood.
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The flash flooding was triggered early Friday morning by torrential rainfall, just ahead of the July Fourth weekend. In less than an hour, the Guadalupe River surged by over 26 feet, destroying homes, roads, and bridges in its path. The sudden deluge caught residents and campers off guard, leaving devastation across multiple counties.
Among the young victims were eight-year-old twin sisters Hanna and Rebecca Lawrence from Dallas, whose deaths were confirmed by their grandfather. Their loss has deeply shaken their family and the broader community.
With forecasts predicting further rainfall and saturated ground conditions, officials continue to warn residents to remain on high alert. Emergency crews are still working around the clock in search and rescue efforts as families hope for a miracle amid the tragedy.
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