Senator John Cornyn on Texas Flooding: Resilience and Recovery Efforts

Deadly Flooding in Central Texas

• 💔 The flooding in central Texas has been a deadly event, with dozens of lives lost and the death toll unfortunately continuing to rise.
• 🏕️ A significant tragedy occurred at a Christian summer camp in Kerr County, where at least 27 young girls are still missing.
• 🌊 This was a hundred-year flood event, with floodwaters rising an unprecedented 26 feet in approximately 45 minutes during the night.

Federal and State Response

• 🤝 Federal disaster relief has been provided at the request of Governor Greg Abbott, thanks to President Trump and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.
• 🙏 Governor Abbott has declared a day of prayer, and Texans are continuing to offer prayers for those grieving and still unaccounted for.
• 🔍 Search and rescue efforts are ongoing, with a focus on the possibility of miracles and the power of prayer.

Texan Resilience and Community

• 💪 Texans are described as tough and resilient, a characteristic evident in their response to natural disasters.
• 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 The sense of community is strong, with Texans viewing each other as family and offering support during this sad time.
• 🤝 There is a unified spirit in Texas, with people ready to help others in need.

Ongoing Dangers and Safety

• ⚠️ Officials are warning that the danger is not completely over, as torrential rains are expected in other parts of Texas.
• 🚗 Residents are urged to pay close attention to weather reports and heed the cautionary messages from local and state officials to stay safe.
• ⚠️ The flooding event at Camp Mystic, which has been in operation since 1926, is unprecedented in its severity.

Continued Recovery and Hope

• 🌟 Governor Abbott has pledged to be relentless in the rescue efforts.
• 😔 There is a somber acknowledgment that the death toll may continue to rise, especially considering potential losses among day campers who were not formally registered.
• 🙏 Despite the grim reality, there is continued hope and prayer for the recovery of the missing young girls and for a decrease in the overall number of casualties.