How to file for FEMA aid if you were impacted by the Kerr County floods

How to file for FEMA aid if you were impacted by the Kerr County floods

President Trump signed a disaster declaration ensuring federal resources are made available to those impacted by the catastrophic flooding. WASHINGTON — President Trump signed a major disaster declaration for Kerr County, the Hill Country county hit hardest by the deadly flooding on July 4. The declaration will ensure federal resources are made available to those impacted by the catastrophic flooding. The death toll from the flash floods rose to nearly 70 on Sunday after searchers…

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Federal aid to flow into Kerr County after 59 deaths in deadly flooding

Federal aid to flow into Kerr County after 59 deaths in deadly flooding

The declaration will ensure federal resources are made available to those impacted by the catastrophic flooding. WASHINGTON — President Trump signed a major disaster declaration for Kerr County, the Hill Country county hit hardest by the deadly flooding on July 4. The declaration will ensure federal resources are made available to those impacted by the catastrophic flooding. The death toll from the flash floods rose to nearly 70 on Sunday after searchers found more bodies…

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Federal aid to flow into Kerr County after 59 deaths in deadly flooding

Federal aid to flow into Kerr County after 59 deaths in deadly flooding

The declaration will ensure federal resources are made available to those impacted by the catastrophic flooding. WASHINGTON — President Trump signed a major disaster declaration for Kerr County, the Hill Country county hit hardest by the deadly flooding on July 4. The declaration will ensure federal resources are made available to those impacted by the catastrophic flooding. The death toll from the flash floods rose to nearly 70 on Sunday after searchers found more bodies…

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Church prays for 8-year-old Houston girl who went missing when catastrophic floods hit Camp Mystic

Church prays for 8-year-old Houston girl who went missing when catastrophic floods hit Camp Mystic

Blakely’s family lives in the Bellaire area and asks anyone with information to call 713-294-4517. KERR COUNTY, Texas — As search efforts continue in the flood-ravaged Texas Hill Country, prayers are rising across communities throughout Texas, including at Memorial Lutheran Church in west Houston. On Sunday morning, the congregation gathered with heavy hearts and solemn prayers. During the service, it was said, “The past few days have shown us the power of nature once again,”…

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Travis County says damage assessment from deadly flooding will take weeks

Travis County says damage assessment from deadly flooding will take weeks

Travis County officials confirmed four deaths as emergency crews respond to widespread flooding. TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas — Travis County officials and local emergency agencies provided an update on Sunday morning on the county’s response to widespread flooding that has led to several confirmed deaths in the area.  It comes after Travis County Judge Andy Brown issued a disaster declaration to expedite emergency coordination and response efforts. The county said the declaration enables faster access to…

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LIST: Here's how to help people affected by flooding in Central Texas

LIST: Here's how to help people affected by flooding in Central Texas

Organizations across Texas are collecting donations to support the response to Central Texas flooding KERRVILLE, Texas — Editor’s note: This article will be updated with additional verified support resources as the situation develops. People across Texas are coming together to help in the aftermath of devastating and deadly floods on July 4th and 5th.  Community Foundation of Texas Hill Country Community Foundation of Texas Hill Country created the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund that supports…

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Pope Leo XIV speaks of flooding in Texas, offers condolences and prayer

Pope Leo XIV speaks of flooding in Texas, offers condolences and prayer

Pope Leo appeared from his apartment window Sunday, speaking to a crowd below about the devastation along the Guadalupe River. VATICAN CITY, — Condolences are pouring in for families devastated by the Hill Country flooding. That includes a message from Pope Leo XIV.  Pope Leo appeared from the window of his apartment on Sunday, speaking of the tragedy that continues to unfold in Texas.  “I would like to offer sincere condolences to all the families…

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Barton Springs Pool closed as flooding brings debris, murky water

Barton Springs Pool closed as flooding brings debris, murky water

All other Austin Parks and Recreation pools will be open for their regularly scheduled hours, the city said. AUSTIN, Texas — Barton Springs Pool is closed on Sunday and through Monday morning after flooding in the area this weekend. The city of Austin said Barton Creek did not top the dam during Friday and Saturday’s heavy rains, but the pool has a lot of debris and the water is murky. The pool will also be…

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Search efforts continue Sunday as flash flooding leaves at least 8 dead in Central Texas

Search efforts continue Sunday as flash flooding leaves at least 8 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 Sunday as several people remain missing after devastating flash flooding swept through Central Texas this weekend. Travis County officials have confirmed four deaths and between 10 and 13 people missing. In Burnet County, three deaths have been reported and at least six people are missing. Rescue crews there are still searching…

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Pope Leo XIV speaks of flooding in Texas, offers condolences and prayer

Pope Leo XIV speaks of flooding in Texas, offers condolences and prayer

Pope Leo appeared from his apartment window Sunday, speaking to a crowd below about the devastation along the Guadalupe River. VATICAN CITY, — Condolences are pouring in for families devastated by the Hill Country flooding. That includes a message from Pope Leo XIV.  Pope Leo appeared from the window of his apartment on Sunday, speaking of the tragedy that continues to unfold in Texas.  “I would like to offer sincere condolences to all the families…

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Heavy rains leave at least 5 dead in the Austin region; flood watch extended until 7 pm.

Heavy rains leave at least 5 dead in the Austin region; flood watch extended until 7 pm.

At least five people are dead and 22 are missing after deadly flash floods swept through the Austin area. Teams conducted dozens of rescues across Travis, Williamson and Burnet counties. The National Weather Service has extended its flood watch for the region through 7 p.m. About 2 to 4 inches of rain are expected; some areas could receive up to 10 inches. Travis County issued a local disaster declaration Saturday due to the impact of…

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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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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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Search efforts continue in Kerr County, where 59 people have been confirmed dead after massive flooding

Search efforts continue in Kerr County, where 59 people have been confirmed dead after massive flooding

At least 21 children are among the bodies recovered so far, according to county officials responding to the natural disaster. KERR COUNTY, Texas — The end of the holiday weekend brings continued searching and desperation in the Hill Country, where dozens remain unaccounted for after catastrophic flooding overwhelmed Kerrville, Hunt and surrounding Kerr County communities early on July Fourth.  Kerr County authorities, alongside state and federal officials, said Sunday morning that search-and-rescue teams had recovered…

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Search efforts continue in Kerr County, where 59 people have confirmed dead after massive flooding

Search efforts continue in Kerr County, where 59 people have confirmed dead after massive flooding

At least 21 children are among the bodies recovered so far, according to county officials responding to the natural disaster. KERR COUNTY, Texas — The end of the holiday weekend brings continued searching and desperation in the Hill Country, where dozens remain unaccounted for after catastrophic flooding overwhelmed Kerrville, Hunt and surrounding Kerr County communities early on July Fourth.  Kerr County authorities, alongside state and federal officials, said Sunday morning that search-and-rescue teams had recovered…

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