Texas Flooding: 24 Confirmed Dead, Over 20 Girls Missing from Summer Camp

Catastrophic Flooding in Central Texas

• ⚠️ Catastrophic flooding has overwhelmed central Texas, leading to a disaster declaration in Kerr County.
• ⚡ More than a month's worth of rain fell rapidly, causing rivers to rise to unprecedented levels.
• 📈 The Guadalupe River rose from 7 to 29 feet in just 4 hours, reaching the second highest level on record.

Deadly Impact and Rescue Efforts

• 💔 Officials confirm 24 people have died due to the destructive flood waters.
• 🏠 Homes were washed away, and buildings and vehicles were swallowed by the flood.
• 🆘 Dozens of water rescues were performed as floodwaters rose quickly and unexpectedly.

Missing Campers from Camp Mystic

• 👧 An all-girls summer camp, Camp Mystic, was affected by the flooding.
• 🔍 Authorities are actively searching for more than 20 campers who remain missing.
• 🚨 The primary concern is the rescue of all individuals, especially the children from the camp.

Ongoing Dangers and Warnings

• 🌊 Officials warn that rising runoff could worsen the already disastrous situation.
• ⚠️ The danger in central Texas is far from over as floodwaters continue to pose a threat.