24 confirmed dead: Texas Gov. provides update on Kerrville flooding

24 confirmed dead: Texas Gov. provides update on Kerrville flooding

Less than 24 hours after devastating storms caused flash flooding in the Texas Hill Country, Texas Governor Greg Abbott held a press conference with updates on recovery efforts and confirmed fatalities.  Kerrville officials joined the governor during the updates. Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha confirmed flooding has led to 24 fatalities. One fatality was found in Kendall County but the sheriff could not confirmed if it was related to today’s event.  Several deaths have been confirmed…

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Kerr County flooding updates: At least 24 people, including children, killed in 'mass casualty event'

Kerr County flooding updates: At least 24 people, including children, killed in 'mass casualty event'

July Fourth brought “life-threatening flash flooding” to the Kerrville area. The mayor issued a disaster declaration and local holiday celebrations were canceled. KERRVILLE, Texas — Kerrville Mayor Joe Herring Jr. issued a disaster declaration amid “catastrophic” local flooding that has killed at least 13 people on the Fourth of July.  County and state officials confirmed the fatalities. Their ages and identities are unknown at this time, but Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said “some were…

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Kerr County flooding updates: At least 24 people, including children, killed in devastating floods

Kerr County flooding updates: At least 24 people, including children, killed in devastating floods

July Fourth brought “life-threatening flash flooding” to the Kerrville area. The mayor issued a disaster declaration and local holiday celebrations were canceled. KERRVILLE, Texas — Kerrville Mayor Joe Herring Jr. issued a disaster declaration amid “catastrophic” local flooding that has killed at least 13 people on the Fourth of July.  County and state officials confirmed the fatalities. Their ages and identities are unknown at this time, but Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said “some were…

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Soccer coach, wife, 2 children reported missing in catastrophic floods while on vacation near Camp Mystic

Soccer coach, wife, 2 children reported missing in catastrophic floods while on vacation near Camp Mystic

The family was reportedly vacationing at a river house in Kerr County as the floods swept through the area unannounced. KERR COUNTY, Texas — The Kerrville Daily Times says a family that was on vacation at a river house in Hunt has been reported missing after floodwaters swept through the area. Tivy soccer coach Reece Zunker, wife Paula and two children were reported missing by family members after catastrophic flooding swept through Kerr County on…

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Camp La Junta parents from Houston area head to Hunt to pick up son after deadly flooding

Camp La Junta parents from Houston area head to Hunt to pick up son after deadly flooding

Amy and Joe Etheridge haven’t spoken with their son, but they know he and other campers are safe. CAT SPRING, Texas — Kerr County is home to several youth camps along the Guadalupe River.  Camp Mystic reported that 23 campers are unaccounted for after the area was hit by catastrophic flooding in the middle of the night.  Rescue crews raced to the area to search for the missing as parents from the Houston area headed…

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Camp Director dead following devastating floods in Texas

Camp Director dead following devastating floods in Texas

The Kerrville Daily Times has confirmed a “pillar of the community” has died in the floodwaters that plagued the Hunt community. KERRVILLE, Texas — The Kerrville Daily Times has confirmed that a camp director at Heart O’ the Hills Camp in Hunt died in Friday’s flash floods. Jane Ragsdale was a camper and counselor at Heart O’ the Hills Camp in the 1970’s before becoming a co-owner of the camp in 1976. She served as…

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Authorities can't say how many people are missing in the Hill Country flooding. These are photos and stories of some of them.

Authorities can't say how many people are missing in the Hill Country flooding. These are photos and stories of some of them.

At least 43 people have died in the flooding. Other families were left wondering if their loved ones were OK. KERRVILLE, Texas — Catastrophic flooding hit Central Texas on the Fourth of July, leaving families scrambling to check on their loved ones. For some, it was good news when they got ahold of the ones they love. But, for others, the time has been tragic. RELATED: Four young adults, including three high school grads missing…

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24 dead in Texas floods and more than 20 children missing from a girls summer camp

24 dead in Texas floods and more than 20 children missing from a girls summer camp

Months worth of heavy rain fell in just a few hours overnight, causing severe flash flooding of the Guadalupe River after as much as 10 inches poured down. KERRVILLE, Texas — Months worth of heavy rain fell in a matter of hours on Texas Hill Country, leaving 24 people dead and many more unaccounted for Friday, including more than 20 girls attending a summer camp, as search teams conducted boat and helicopter rescues in fast-moving floodwaters….

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At least 13 dead in Texas floods and more than 20 children missing from a girls summer camp

At least 13 dead in Texas floods and more than 20 children missing from a girls summer camp

Months worth of heavy rain fell in just a few hours overnight, causing severe flash flooding of the Guadalupe River after as much as 10 inches poured down. KERRVILLE, Texas — Months worth of heavy rain fell in a matter of hours on Texas Hill Country, killing at least 13 people and leaving more than 20 girls attending a summer camp unaccounted for Friday as search teams conducted boat and helicopter rescues in the fast-moving…

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Several families, children missing after devastating flooding hits Texas Hill Country

Several families, children missing after devastating flooding hits Texas Hill Country

Several people reportedly died in the flooding. Other families were left wondering if their loved ones were OK. KERRVILLE, Texas — Catastrophic flooding hit Central Texas on the Fourth of July, leaving families scrambling to check on their loved ones. For some, it was good news when they got ahold of the ones they love. But, for others, the time has been tragic. RELATED: Four young adults, including three high school grads missing in Hunt…

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Have you been affected by the Hill Country flooding? Tell us your story.

Have you been affected by the Hill Country flooding?  Tell us your story.

The overnight flooding devastated areas all across Kerr County. KERRVILLE, Tenn. — A flooding emergency devastated the Hill Country overnight. As of 4 p.m. Friday officials say 13 people were confirmed dead and more than 20 campers at Camp Mystic were unaccounted for.  We’re covering the story from across Kerr County and reporting on how it’s impacting the Houston area. So we want to hear from you. Have you been affected by the flooding?  Do…

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League City volunteer firefighter, wife missing in Kerrville flooding, family says

League City volunteer firefighter, wife missing in Kerrville flooding, family says

Former League City volunteer firefighter Brad Perry and his wife, Tina, went to Kerrville for the 4th, but their RV was swept away, family members told KHOU 11. KERRVILLE, Texas — A League City couple who were camping in Kerrville for the 4th of July holiday were feared missing after catastrophic overnight flooding, family members say. Steven and Debbie Whatley in Bayou Vista were worried sick when they spoke with KHOU 11 Friday morning. They…

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Eleven campers remain unaccounted for at Kerr County's Camp Mystic amid major floods

Eleven campers remain unaccounted for at Kerr County's Camp Mystic amid major floods

Flash floods in Central Texas have sparked concern over camper safety as search-and-rescue efforts intensify. KERRVILLE, Texas — At the all-girls Camp Mystic, along the Guadalupe River, 11 campers and a counselor are still not accounted for in the aftermath of history and deadly floods.  At a Sunday morning news conference, Kerr County’s sheriff provided the updated number, adding that 59 bodies have been recovered in the county after the July Fourth emergency. Of those…

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More than 20 campers unaccounted for at Kerr County's Camp Mystic amid major floods

More than 20 campers unaccounted for at Kerr County's Camp Mystic amid major floods

Flash floods in Central Texas have sparked concern over camper safety as search-and-rescue efforts intensify. KERRVILLE, Texas — At Camp Mystic, along the Guadalupe River, more than 20 campers are still not accounted for. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said about 23 campers are not accounted for as of 3 p.m. The camp had more than 700 kids, many of whom are from out of town. Officials say parents have been notified if their kids are…

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Kerr County flooding updates: At least 13 people, including children, killed in devastating floods

Kerr County flooding updates: At least 13 people, including children, killed in devastating floods

The start of July Fourth has brought “life-threatening flash flooding” to the area, according to NWS. KERRVILLE, Texas — Kerrville Mayor Joe Herring Jr. has issued a disaster declaration amid “catastrophic” local flooding that has killed at least 13 people on the Fourth of July.  Kerr County Judge Rob Kelly confirmed the fatalities. Their ages and identities are unknown at this time.  Five to 10 inches of rain had fallen before sunrise due to slow-moving…

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