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CENTRAL TEXAS, JUL 8 – Rescue efforts involve over 450 responders and volunteers after historic rains caused flash floods killing at least 108, including 28 children, in Central Texas communities.
- Devastating flash floods struck Texas' Hill Country over the July Fourth weekend, killing over 100 people, including 30 children, and leaving more than 160 missing.
- The flooding was caused by heavy rainfall from Tropical Storm Barry, with local officials issuing watches and warnings early on July 4, although they underestimated the storm's severity.
- In Kerr County, as floodwaters swiftly rose, first responders assisted in relocating residents from more than 100 houses and brought to safety over 200 individuals. Meanwhile, survivors such as Michael Abner and Trish Isbell escaped from Blue Oak RV Park when water levels surged by approximately 20 feet.
- Governor Greg Abbott confirmed that search efforts for missing individuals are ongoing, President Trump declared a state of emergency to mobilize federal support, and members of the IAFF have been providing critical disaster relief. A local officer noted that, despite the severity of the event, the outcome might have been far more devastating.
- Concerns about inadequate flood warnings and calls for installing sirens have arisen as communities begin recovery amid growing stories of survival, loss, and the need for improved preparedness.
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'Angel on this earth': Family reunites with hero who saved them from Texas floods
A Texas family reunited with their hero after he woke them up during the flash floods, guiding them to safety before their house washed off its foundation. Matthew Crowder, Crissy Eliashar, and her children shared their joyful reunion and harrowing story with NBC News' Tom Llamas.
Death toll in Texas floods climbs to 108
Hundreds of rescuers on Tuesday continued their search for people swept away by catastrophic Texas floods that killed more than 100 people, officials said, amid threats of more heavy rain. As of Tuesday morning, authorities in the worst-hit Kerr County had recovered the bodies of 87 victims, Sheriff Larry Leitha told reporters. The deceased include at least 27 girls and counselors who were staying at a youth summer camp on the Guadalupe River ov…
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