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Texas Floods: Grandson Shares Devastating Search for Missing Grandparents

NewsNationAugust 7, 20253 min16,194 views
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Devastating Flood Event

  • πŸ’” Robert and Joanie Brake, in their early 60s, are missing after their cabin near the Guadalupe River was swept away by flood waters.
  • ⚑ The family received a call from their uncle stating his RV was being swept away, prompting them to contact the grandparents.
  • ⏱️ Within six minutes of the uncle's call, the grandparents' cabin was gone, highlighting the extreme speed and force of the surge.

Frantic Search Efforts

  • πŸšΆβ€β™‚οΈ Ryan Brake, the grandson, and his father have been tirelessly searching the riverbanks, with his father walking approximately 18 miles.
  • πŸ—£οΈ A brief phone call with the grandfather indicated they needed to evacuate immediately, but it was ultimately too late to escape.
  • 🌊 The uncle, who was inside his RV when it was swept away, managed to escape with his wife and dogs, describing the event as the most devastating he had ever seen.

Community and First Responders

  • πŸ™ Ryan Brake expressed deep appreciation for the community and first responders who have been providing support and assistance.
  • 🀝 The overwhelming community response has made the family feel like they are part of one big family during this difficult time.
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