News Summary
Central Texas has faced severe flash floods resulting in at least 24 confirmed fatalities and many individuals missing. Triggered by intense rainfall, the Guadalupe River rose rapidly, leading to emergency rescues and widespread damage. Approximately 2,600 residents have lost power, and search operations are underway for missing individuals, including campers from a summer camp. Meteorologists predict more rain, raising concerns for affected communities as they brace for further challenges. State and federal resources are mobilizing to assist recovery efforts amid the crisis.
Kerrville, Texas – Catastrophic flash floods have devastated parts of central Texas, particularly areas near the Guadalupe River, resulting in at least 24 confirmed fatalities and numerous individuals reported missing. The flooding was triggered by intense rainfall that caused the Guadalupe River near Hunt and Kerrville to rise 26 feet in less than an hour, reaching its second-highest level on record since 1987, according to the National Weather Service.
Many of the missing individuals hail from the Houston area, and search and rescue operations are ongoing as families await news of their loved ones. Emergency responders, including teams from the Texas Game Warden, have been deployed for boat rescues, while aviation units and rescue swimmers are assisting in difficult-to-reach areas. The local Kerr County Sheriff’s Office has reported that efforts to confirm the full extent of fatalities and those missing are still underway.
The floods have left over 2,600 residents in the region without power, making conditions especially challenging for those affected. Blocking roads and unsafe travel conditions have hindered damage assessments, further complicating recovery efforts. Meteorologists predict that additional rainfall is likely, raising concerns that the situation could worsen before it improves.
As the crisis unfolded, heavy rainfall measurements indicated that some locations received up to 12 inches of rain within just six hours. This degree of rainfall has prompted officials to declare a state of emergency across several counties, addressing the dangers posed by washed-out roads and downed communication lines. The severe flooding has caught many residents off guard, as local officials acknowledged that there was no warning system in place to predict such an extreme weather event.
Among those unaccounted for are approximately 25 campers, predominantly children from Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp. The search for these campers continues as rescue teams face the daunting task of navigating flooded areas. Officials are urging all residents in close proximity to the flooding rivers, creeks, and streams to evacuate to higher ground immediately.
In Kerrville and the surrounding communities of Ingram and Hunt, emergency resources are being mobilized as part of the state’s response. Governor Greg Abbott has announced that aid and assistance will be provided to those affected by the floods as they work towards recovery. Additionally, the White House has committed additional resources to assist in this disaster response, with President Donald Trump labeling the flooding as shocking and terrible.
The aftermath of this flooding has raised significant concerns about preparedness and response protocols for extreme weather events. The Texas Division of Emergency Management has been actively meeting to prepare for potential storms; however, early forecasts failed to anticipate the severity of rainfall that led to the current crisis. Local police and officials are emphasizing the need for people to stay off the streets and avoid the flood zones to facilitate rescue operations.
As the area braces for potential further rainfall and the search and rescue efforts continue, the full impact of this flooding disaster will take time to assess. For now, the focus remains on ensuring the safety of those affected and locating individuals still unaccounted for.
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Additional Resources
- Reuters
- Wikipedia: Guadalupe River (Texas)
- ABC 13
- Google Search: Guadalupe River flood 2025
- News 4 San Antonio
- Google Scholar: Texas flooding preparedness
- USA Today
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Guadalupe River flooding
- Express News
- Google News: Texas floods July 2025
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