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Kerr County flooding updates: Fatalities confirmed, holiday celebration cancelled in Kerrville

KERR COUNTY, TEXAS, JUL 6 – Flash flooding caused a 26-foot river rise in 45 minutes, killing 24 and leaving over 20 campers missing at Camp Mystic, with nearly 500 rescue workers deployed.

  • On the night of July 4, 2025, flash floods struck Kerr County, Texas, killing at least 24 people and damaging the Guadalupe River area.
  • The floods resulted from an unexpectedly intense storm that dropped far more rain than the forecasted three to six inches.
  • Emergency crews used 14 helicopters and boats to rescue about 237 people, while multiple summer camps, including Camp Mystic, suffered severe damage and had dozens missing.
  • Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha confirmed 24 flood-related deaths and Judge Rob Kelly said, "No one knew this kind of flood was coming."
  • Authorities activated the National Guard and federal agencies, and warned of ongoing flash flood threats, with rescue and recovery efforts continuing into the weekend.
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KDFW broke the news in on Friday, July 4, 2025.
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