These are the names and the faces of those who remain missing after devastating Hill Country flooding

These are the names and the faces of those who remain missing after devastating Hill Country flooding

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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Houston campers recount escape from Guadalupe River flooding in Comal County

Houston campers recount escape from Guadalupe River flooding in Comal County

Aerial footage captured scenes of mangled trees, washed away cars and bridges taken over by floodwaters. NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas — Comal County lifted evacuation orders following hours of flash flooding that devastated camp sites along the Guadalupe River.  Heavy rains pounded down on the community, prompting the closure of River Road between Sattler and Gruene where businesses, camp sites and vacation homes were in the line of destruction.  Dozens of people reportedly evacuated to higher…

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Camp Bandina youth campers return to Houston, share prayers for missing Camp Mystic girls in wake of deadly flooding

Camp Bandina youth campers return to Houston, share prayers for missing Camp Mystic girls in wake of deadly flooding

“We do send our thoughts and prayers out to the families of the people who were lost and who they’re still looking for,” youth minister Bryce Powers said. HOUSTON — A charter bus pulling into the parking lot of Garden Oaks Church of Christ in North Houston on Saturday brought a deep sigh of relief for many families. The bus carried a group of young campers returning home from Camp Bandina, a Christian youth camp…

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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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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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'Even in their last moments, they held tightly to each other': Two North Texas Catholic school students killed in Hill Country floods, school confirms

'Even in their last moments, they held tightly to each other': Two North Texas Catholic school students killed in Hill Country floods, school confirms

Floods in Texas Hill Country claimed at least 43 lives, including two sisters from St. Rita Catholic School, with dozens still missing. DALLAS — Two sisters who attended St. Rita Catholic School in Dallas were killed in the devastating floods that hit the Texas Hill Country, the school confirmed Saturday.  According to a letter sent to the community from the school, Blair and Brooke Harber, an eighth and sixth grader, respectively, were staying along the…

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Two North Texas Catholic school students killed in Hill Country floods, school confirms

Two North Texas Catholic school students killed in Hill Country floods, school confirms

Floods in Texas Hill Country claimed at least 43 lives, including two sisters from St. Rita Catholic School, with dozens still missing. DALLAS — Two sisters who attended St. Rita Catholic School in Dallas were killed in the devastating floods that hit the Texas Hill Country, the school confirmed Saturday.  According to a letter sent to the community from the school, Blair and Brooke Harber, an eighth and sixth grader, respectively, were staying along the…

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'Today will be a hard day': 43 confirmed dead, search efforts intensify after deadly Hill Country floods

'Today will be a hard day': 43 confirmed dead, search efforts intensify after deadly Hill Country floods

At least 15 children are among the bodies recovered so far, according to county officials responding to the natural disaster. KERR COUNTY, Texas — Rescue and recovery efforts continued for a second day after devastating and deadly floods hit Kerr County and other parts of the Hill Country early on the July Fourth holiday.  The death toll continues to rise amid those efforts. County officials said at least 43 bodies have been recovered so far,…

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Camp Mystic director died while trying to save campers from catastrophic Texas floods

Camp Mystic director died while trying to save campers from catastrophic Texas floods

Dick Eastland, longtime owner and director of Camp Mystic, was described as a “father figure to all” after the news of his untimely, but heroic, death was confirmed. KERRVILLE, Texas — The Kerrville Daily Times confirmed that longtime owner and director of Camp Mystic Dick Eastland died while trying to save and protect campers from the rushing floodwaters. Eastland was described as a father figure to campers while they were away from their parents for…

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'Today will be a hard day': 43 confirmed dead, search efforts intensify after deadly Hill Country floods

'Today will be a hard day': 43 confirmed dead, search efforts intensify after deadly Hill Country floods

At least 15 children are among the bodies recovered so far, according to county officials responding to the natural disaster. KERR COUNTY, Texas — Rescue and recovery efforts continued for a second day after devastating and deadly floods hit Kerr County and other parts of the Hill Country early on the July Fourth holiday.  The death toll continues to rise amid those efforts. County officials said at least 43 bodies have been recovered so far,…

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Texas State cancels 'Pac the Park' event following devastating floods across Central Texas

Texas State cancels 'Pac the Park' event following devastating floods across Central Texas

The event was designed to celebrate the school’s move to the Pac-12 Conference, which was made official by the university’s Board of Regents earlier this week. “Now is a time for all Texans to come together in support of our communities, neighbors, and the families who have been affected. Our thoughts are also with the first responders who continue their tireless efforts in search and recovery operations,” the university said in a Saturday news release….

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Hill Country flooding death toll rises to 32 as search continues for missing girls, other survivors

Hill Country flooding death toll rises to 32 as search continues for missing girls, other survivors

The official death toll from the catastrophic floods that hit the Texas Hill Country rose to 32 as of Saturday afternoon, officials announced during a news conference held with Gov. Greg Abbott and other local and federal officials. Among the 32 dead were 18 adults and 14 children. Five of those adults and three of the children remain unidentified. Twenty-seven girls from Camp Mystic, a Christian camp for young girls, were also still missing as…

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Tropical Storm Chantal expected to make landfall overnight in coastal South Carolina

Tropical Storm Chantal expected to make landfall overnight in coastal South Carolina

Watch for heavy rain across the Carolina coastlines this weekend, impacting portions of the Charlotte area Sunday. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Tropical Storm Chantal formed Saturday at 8 a.m., per the National Hurricane Center. It’s currently located about 95 miles south-southeast of Charleston, S.C. and is forecasted to make landfall along the South Carolina coast by Sunday morning.  A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for South Santee River, S.C. to Surf City, N.C. A Tropical…

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Severe weather, flooding forces MLS to postpone Austin FC vs. LAFC match at Q2 Stadium

Severe weather, flooding forces MLS to postpone Austin FC vs. LAFC match at Q2 Stadium

MLS announced the postponement of the match due to the ongoing threat of severe weather in Austin and the surrounding areas. AUSTIN, Texas — Major League Soccer postponed Saturday’s match between Austin FC and Los Angeles FC at Q2 Stadium due to severe weather and flooding across Central Texas. The match, originally scheduled for 7:30 p.m., was called off following consultation with local authorities, the league said in a statement on Saturday. Officials cited the safety…

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'Today will be a hard day': 43 confirmed dead, search efforts intensify after deadly Hill Country floods

'Today will be a hard day': 43 confirmed dead, search efforts intensify after deadly Hill Country floods

At least 15 children are among the bodies recovered so far, according to county officials responding to the natural disaster. KERR COUNTY, Texas — Rescue and recovery efforts have entered a second day after devastating and deadly floods hit Kerr County and other parts of the Hill Country on the July Fourth holiday. Kerr County officials said at a news conference Saturday morning that at least 32 people have been killed as a result of…

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