Renters Survive Devastating Hill Country Floods on Guadalupe River

Devastating Flooding in Kurville

• 🌊 Five days after the deadly flooding began, families in Kurville are still facing the aftermath.
• 📍 The Guadalupe River, normally calm, became a dangerous force, with water levels rising significantly.

A Home Swept Away

• 🏠 A home from down the street was ripped from its foundation and pushed by the river's current.
• ⚠️ A young boy was inside the home during the flood but was thankfully found safe in a tree.

Personal Impact and Survival

• 🏡 Greg Atkins, a homeowner, saw the floodwaters reach into his home for the first time in years.
• ⚡ Transformers were popping, indicating the severity of the electrical hazards during the event.
• 🏊 A renter, who also leases property from Greg, had to fight the current to swim to safety.
• ⏱️ The renter described swimming towards safety, gaining footing after a few strokes, and trudging against the powerful waves.

Community Support and Recovery

• 🤝 Greg Atkins expressed gratitude for neighbors helping him sift through the debris.
• 💬 The community is showing support and helping each other in the recovery process.