Search efforts continue as flash flooding leaves at least 11 dead in Central Texas

Search efforts continue as flash flooding leaves at least 11 dead in Central Texas

Travis and Williamson counties have issued local disaster declarations, and dozens of people have been rescued from floodwaters. AUSTIN, Texas — Search efforts continue Monday as several people remain missing after devastating flash flooding swept through Central Texas this weekend. Travis County officials have confirmed six deaths and between 10 and 13 people missing. In Burnet County, three deaths have been reported, with at least five people missing. On Sunday morning, the Burnet County Sheriff’s…

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The number of dead in Texas flooding passes 100

The number of dead in Texas flooding passes 100

Search crews in Texas are racing against time to find 41 missing people as rainfall threatens more flooding.💔🙏 TEXAS, USA — A July Fourth weekend deluge in Texas caused catastrophic flash flooding that has killed at least 102 people.  Camp Mystic in Hunt said Monday morning that it is “grieving the loss” of 27 campers and counselors as the search continues for victims of the disaster. The flooding sent a wall of water through the…

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The number of dead in Texas flooding tops 100

The number of dead in Texas flooding tops 100

Search crews in Texas are racing against time to find 41 missing people as rainfall threatens more flooding.💔🙏 TEXAS, USA — A July Fourth weekend deluge in Texas caused catastrophic flash flooding that has killed at least 102 people.  Camp Mystic in Hunt said Monday morning that it is “grieving the loss” of 27 campers and counselors as the search continues for victims of the disaster. The flooding sent a wall of water through the…

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US Coast Guard-Corpus Christi rescue swimmer saves 169 lives in Texas floods; called an 'American Hero'

US Coast Guard-Corpus Christi rescue swimmer saves 169 lives in Texas floods; called an 'American Hero'

United States Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer and Petty Officer Scott Ruskan said this is his first mission. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas —  Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer and Petty Officer Scott Ruskan, stationed at US Coast Guard Air Station Corpus Christi, is being called “An American Hero” after helping to save 169 lives during the devastating Fourth of July weekend flooding in Texas.  In an interview with ABC News Good Morning America on Monday, Ruskan said the…

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'They were perfect': Lewisville couple missing after being swept away by Texas floods

'They were perfect': Lewisville couple missing after being swept away by Texas floods

Jeff and Tanya Ramsey alerted other members of their family at the HTR campground to evacuate before they were swept away by Texas floods. KERRVILLE, Kerr County — The family of a Lewisville couple swept away during the deadly flooding in Kerr County is speaking out, describing a harrowing final phone call and desperate rescue attempt. Eric Steele confirmed to WFAA that his brother-in-law, Jeff Ramsey, and sister Tanya Ramsey are still missing.  Steele previously told…

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Houston family shares powerful tribute after deadly flooding in Kerr County

Houston family shares powerful tribute after deadly flooding in Kerr County

The family of Chloe Childress mourns her loss after she was identified as a victim of the Texas Hill Country floods. HOUSTON — The family of Chloe Childress is mourning the loss of their beloved daughter after she was identified as one of the victims of the catastrophic flooding that tore through the Texas Hill Country over the Fourth of July weekend. Childress, a counselor at Camp Mystic, was among the 27 campers and staff…

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Spurs send their thoughts to those impacted by the Hill Country flooding; David Robinson's son, Justin, joins Lakers coaching staff

Spurs send their thoughts to those impacted by the Hill Country flooding; David Robinson's son, Justin, joins Lakers coaching staff

The Spurs show their support for those impacted by the devastating flooding in the Texas Hill Country. SAN ANTONIO — The Texas Hill Country was the scene of devastating flash flooding that saw loss of lives and damage to many cities that will need years to recover from this natural disaster. And the San Antonio Spurs sent their thoughts to the Hill Country on social media. “We’re heartbroken by the tragic flooding in the Hill…

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Latest: Sky 5 shows severe Durham flooding from Eno River, cars underwater, roads washed out

Latest: Sky 5 shows severe Durham flooding from Eno River, cars underwater, roads washed out

Live upates after Tropical Depression Chantal dropped heavy rain in central North Carolina late Sunday, leaving devastating flooding in its wake, especially in Durham, Orange, Moore and Person counties. What to know Latest 9 a.m.: Sky 5 flew over Gilmore Road in Chatham County, where a road washed out from flooding in the area. Crews were at the scene Monday, blocking the dangerous stretch of street. A resident said it’s the only road in and…

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Coast Guard rescue swimmer stationed at Corpus Christi called an 'American Hero' after saving 165 lives in Texas floods

Coast Guard rescue swimmer stationed at Corpus Christi called an 'American Hero' after saving 165 lives in Texas floods

United States Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer and Petty Officer, Scott Ruskan said this is his first mission. CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — United States Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer and Petty Officer Scott Ruskan, stationed at Air Station Corpus Christi, are being called “An American Hero” after helping 165 lives during the devastating floods at Camp Mystic over the Fourth of July weekend.  In an interview with ABC News Good Morning America on Monday, Ruskan said the…

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Family of 33 survives Hill Country flooding on hotel roof; woman and dogs ride out storm in kayak

Family of 33 survives Hill Country flooding on hotel roof; woman and dogs ride out storm in kayak

Amid the devastation and destruction in the Texas Hill Country, there are incredible stories of surviving the now-deadliest natural disaster of 2025. HUNT, Texas — A family of 33 from Austin all survived on the roof of a hotel while just a few miles away, a woman and her two dogs rode out the storm – literally – in a kayak. This all happened in Hunt, Texas, where we find the hardest hit homes and…

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At least 90 dead in Texas floods as recovery efforts continue

At least 90 dead in Texas floods as recovery efforts continue

Audio recording is automated for accessibility. Humans wrote and edited the story. See our AI policy, and give us feedback. Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. KERRVILLE — The number of people killed in devastating Central Texas floods increased to 90 on Monday as emergency officials continued searching through snapped trees and wrecked homes for missing people, and clouds…

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Death toll from catastrophic flooding in Texas over the July Fourth weekend surpasses 100

Death toll from catastrophic flooding in Texas over the July Fourth weekend surpasses 100

With additional rain on the way, more flooding still threatened in saturated parts of central Texas. Authorities said the death toll was sure to rise. KERRVILLE, Texas — The death toll from catastrophic flooding in Texas over the July Fourth weekend has surpassed 100 as the massive search continues for missing people. The number of deaths reached 104 on Monday. In hard-hit Kerr County, home to Camp Mystic and several other summer camps, searchers have…

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Girls camp grieves loss of 27 campers and counselors in Texas floods that killed nearly 90 people

Girls camp grieves loss of 27 campers and counselors in Texas floods that killed nearly 90 people

More than 40 people are still unaccounted for across the state, with more flooding likely in the coming days. KERRVILLE, Texas — Crews trudged through debris and waded into swollen riverbanks Monday in the search for victims of catastrophic flooding over the July Fourth weekend that has killed nearly 90 people in Texas, including more than two dozen campers and counselors from an all-girls Christian camp. With additional rain on the way, the risk of more flooding…

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Girls camp grieves loss of 27 campers and counselors in Texas floods that killed more than 80 people

Girls camp grieves loss of 27 campers and counselors in Texas floods that killed more than 80 people

More than 40 people are still unaccounted for across the state, with more flooding likely in the coming days. KERRVILLE, Texas — Crews trudged through debris and waded into swollen riverbanks Monday in the search for victims of catastrophic flooding over the July Fourth weekend that killed more 80 people in Texas, including more than two dozen campers and counselors from an all-girls Christian camp. With more rain on the way, the risk of more flooding…

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Camp Mystic 'grieving the loss' of 27 campers and counselors following catastrophic Texas floods

Camp Mystic 'grieving the loss' of 27 campers and counselors following catastrophic Texas floods

More than 40 people are still unaccounted for across the state, with more flooding likely in the coming days. KERRVILLE, Texas — Camp Mystic says it is “grieving the loss” of 27 campers and counselors as the search continued Monday for victims of catastrophic Texas flooding over the Fourth of July holiday weekend. The statement adds another layer of heartbreak to the devastating flooding that sent a wall of water through the century-old summer camp. “We have…

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