Growing memorial honors flood victims in Kerrville
KERR COUNTY, TEXAS, JUL 11 – More than 120 people died in the July 4 flash floods in Kerr County, Texas, as the community builds a 50-foot memorial and plans a vigil to honor victims.
- A growing memorial fence appeared on Water Street in Kerrville by July 10, 2025, honoring victims of the July 4 Guadalupe River flash flood.
- The fatal flood caught many off guard, leaving over 120 dead and around 170 missing, including campers from Camp Mystic.
- Volunteers and community members placed flowers and photos to grieve, while officials continue search efforts and face questions about flood warnings.
- Governor Abbott urged lawmakers to approve flood warning systems, and President Trump toured the area pledging relief for response and recovery.
- The memorial and ongoing efforts highlight the community's search for healing and call for improved disaster preparedness in flood-prone areas.
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Cartoon: Not all deaths matter
The news from Kerrville, Texas is truly horrific. I can't even imagine. I may seem like a heartless misanthrope but this kind of thing, I mean, it's just beyond words. No one should suffer like that. Of course, one of the main functions of government,...
Gallery: Wall of Hope grows in Kerr County
KERRVILLE, Texas (KXAN) -- The Wall of Hope, a memorial for those killed and still missing in the aftermath of the Kerr County floods, continues to grow. According to the latest update, 105 people, including 36 children have died in the county. Ever since the Wall of Hope went up on Wednesday, community members have added more to it - everything from stuffed animals to personal notes. Images are below. A bouquet found near a lost loved one. (KXA…
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