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A Look at some of the Deadliest Floods in the US in the Last 25 Years
- On July 4, 2025, catastrophic flash floods swept through the Texas Hill Country near the Guadalupe River, killing at least 27 people and leaving many missing, including about two dozen girls from summer camps.
- The flooding resulted from heavy rains exceeding 10 inches over a short period on normally dry, rocky terrain known as Flash Flood Alley, where creeks can rapidly rise and converge, creating destructive walls of water.
- Floodwaters rose more than 20 feet within minutes, washing away homes, vehicles, and isolating people, while emergency crews rescued over 230 individuals by helicopters, boats, and drones amid ongoing search efforts.
- Data show 58% of Texas flood deaths over six decades involved vehicles, and flash floods remain the leading storm-related killer in the U.S., with approximately 145 fatalities from flash floods last year alone.
- Governor Greg Abbott declared a disaster for 15 counties including Kerr County, underscoring the need for enhanced public awareness about rapid flood risks in flash-flood-prone areas to prevent future tragedies.
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Photos of rescue teams searching for missing campers after Texas Hill Country flash flood
HUNT, Texas (AP) — A powerful flash flood swept through Texas Hill Country, causing widespread devastation and leading to the deaths of multiple adults and children. Search and rescue teams using helicopters, boats and drones are working nonstop to find…
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