Texas Hill Country Floods Devastate Kerville Cottage Rental Business

Devastating July 4th Floods

• 🌊 The River Trail Cottages in Kerville experienced severe damage from destructive July 4th flooding.
• 🎯 The business, a community staple for decades, had several units filled with mud and debris.
• 💡 Manager Alex Sadillo expressed disbelief, stating the water levels were unprecedented and beyond what he imagined.

Impact on the Property

• 🏚️ The Guadalupe River overflowed, submerging the entire park and causing heavy damage inside many cottages.
• 🚗 Floodwaters pushed cars from the street onto the property and even slammed an RV into one of the cottages.
• ⚠️ Despite the destruction, all approximately 12 people staying at the cottages made it out safely.

Cleanup and Future Uncertainty

• 🛠️ The immediate focus is on cleaning up debris and beginning the rebuilding process.
• 💰 The business anticipates significant costs, potentially running into the thousands, and is seeking financial assistance.
• 📈 Hopes are pinned on potential government and state assistance, with FEMA and the Small Business Administration set to open a disaster recovery center.
• ❓ The future of the well-loved landmark remains uncertain following the significant financial and physical blow.