Hill Country flooding: Here’s how to give and receive help

Hill Country flooding: Here’s how to give and receive help

The Kerr County Flood Relief Fund has been set up to help those impacted by the floods. The fund was created by The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country, a 501(c)(3) charity, that will be directing money to “vetted organizations providing rescue, relief, and recovery efforts as well as flood assistance,” according to its site. Additionally, Southern Oaks Church is organizing a supply drive to support those impacted. Church officials urged locals to stay…

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LCRA advises caution on lakes amid Central Texas flooding

LCRA advises caution on lakes amid Central Texas flooding

The authority says people should avoid the lakes because of flood debris, fast-moving flows and bacteria levels that traditionally increase following a flood event. AUSTIN, Texas — The devastating flooding rains that have struck Central Texas over the Fourth of July holiday weekend have led to dangerous conditions for boaters and swimmers on the Highland Lakes in Central Texas. The Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) has advised people to avoid Lake Travis, Lake LBJ and…

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In Texas region prone to catastrophic floods, questions grow about lack of warning

In Texas region prone to catastrophic floods, questions grow about lack of warning

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. The forecast began to look ominous in Texas Hill County on Thursday afternoon. A flood watch was issued by the National Weather Service at 1:18 p.m. that predicted up to 7 inches of…

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Austin bans watercrafts until Monday in wake of area flooding

Austin bans watercrafts until Monday in wake of area flooding

AUSTIN, Texas — In the wake of serious flooding that has devastated Central Texas, Austin Mayor Kirk Watson has announced that the city has a watercraft ban on Austin waterways until Monday afternoon. The ban includes personal and commercial watercrafts, wet bikes, motorized surfboards, canoes, kayaks, paddleboards and other similar devices on all waterways in the city, including creeks and streams. The areas affected by the ban include: The ban will remain in effect until…

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Remembering those lost during the devastating Fourth of July flooding in the Hill Country

Remembering those lost during the devastating Fourth of July flooding in the Hill Country

Dozens of people have died from the flooding, according to officials. KERR COUNTY, Texas — A devastating scene unfolded in the Hill Country on the Fourth of July as at least 27 people, including children, died due to flooding in Kerr County. That number is expected to increase and search and rescue operations continue Saturday.  While KENS 5 is still working to confirm the identities of those lost, here is what we know about the…

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Flash floods like the one that swept through Texas are the nation's top storm-related killer

Flash floods like the one that swept through Texas are the nation's top storm-related killer

The fast-rising floods kill an average of 127 people annually in the U.S. WASHINGTON — The monstrous, swift-moving flood that swept through the Hill Country of Texas on Friday, killing at least 24 people and leaving more people missing, was a flash flood, the nation’s top storm-related killer. Among those missing are more than 20 girls attending a summer camp. Authorities said more than 230 people had been rescued as of late Friday, including more than 160…

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Flooding leaves 2 dead, 10 missing in Travis County

Flooding leaves 2 dead, 10 missing in Travis County

A teenage girl who was witnessed being washed away is among those missing, the chief of Travis County Emergency Services District 1 confirmed to KVUE. AUSTIN, Texas — Two people are confirmed dead and at least 10 people are missing in Travis County – including a teenage girl who was witnessed being washed away – as heavy rain continues to fall throughout Central Texas on Saturday. According to Chief Donnie Norman with Travis County Emergency…

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Houston Texans make donation to support those impacted by deadly Texas Hill Country floods

Houston Texans make donation to support those impacted by deadly Texas Hill Country floods

“We are heartbroken by the loss and damage that our neighbors in the Texas Hill Country have endured,” the team’s owners wrote on social media. KERR COUNTY, Texas — The Houston Texans are committing half a million dollars to “provide support and resources” to the communities impacted by the catastrophic flooding in the Texas Hill Country along the Guadalupe River. Editor’s note: The above video was published prior to the death toll rising to 27….

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Houston Texans commit $500,000 to support those impacted by catastrophic Texas Hill Country floods

Houston Texans commit $500,000 to support those impacted by catastrophic Texas Hill Country floods

“We are heartbroken by the loss and damage that our neighbors in the Texas Hill Country have endured,” the team’s owners wrote on social media. KERR COUNTY, Texas — The Houston Texans are committing half a million dollars to “provide support and resources” to the communities impacted by the catastrophic flooding in the Texas Hill Country along the Guadalupe River. Editor’s note: The above video was published prior to the death toll rising to 27….

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Houston Texans commit $500,000 to support those impacted by catastrophic Texas Hill Country floods

Houston Texans commit $500,000 to support those impacted by catastrophic Texas Hill Country floods

“We are heartbroken by the loss and damage that our neighbors in the Texas Hill Country have endured,” the team’s owners wrote on social media. KERR COUNTY, Texas — The Houston Texans are committing half a million dollars to “provide support and resources” to the communities impacted by the catastrophic flooding in the Texas Hill Country along the Guadalupe River. Editor’s note: The above video was published prior to the death toll rising to 27….

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Beloved Houston-born camp director dies in devastating flooding along Guadalupe River

Beloved Houston-born camp director dies in devastating flooding along Guadalupe River

“We are mourning the loss of a woman who influenced countless lives and was the definition of strong and powerful,” the camp said on social media. KERR COUNTY, Texas — Jane Ragsdale, the beloved director of Camp Heart O’ the Hills in Kerr County, is dead after the region was hit by catastrophic flooding on Friday, the camp confirmed in a social media post. “We have received word that Jane Ragsdale did not make it,”…

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At least 27 people are dead in Texas floods as the search continues for the many missing

At least 27 people are dead in Texas floods as the search continues for the many missing

22 seconds ago Deadly Flooding (Photo: MGN) KERRVILLE, Texas (AP) — Rescuers were searching Saturday for more than two dozen children from a girls’ camp and many others still missing after a wall of water rushed down a river in the Texas Hill Country during a powerful storm that killed at least 27 people, officials said. Among the dead were nine children. The destructive fast-moving waters along the Guadalupe River rose 26 feet (8 meters) in just 45 minutes…

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Hill Country flooding death toll rises to 27 as search continues for missing girls, other survivors

Hill Country flooding death toll rises to 27 as search continues for missing girls, other survivors

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. The official death toll from the catastrophic floods that hit the Texas Hill Country rose to 27 as of Saturday morning, according to the Kerr County sheriff’s office, as local and federal authorities…

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How to report people missing in catastrophic Kerr County flooding

How to report people missing in catastrophic Kerr County flooding

​On Saturday, officials reported that at least 27 people were found dead, including nine children. Many others are still missing. KERR COUNTY, Texas — Heavy rain brought catastrophic flooding to Kerr County and areas along the Guadalupe River in the Texas Hill Country on Friday. On Saturday, officials reported that at least 27 people were found dead, including nine children. Many others are still missing. Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha said families can report people…

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Flooding threat continues in South and Central Texas Saturday after deadly floods Friday | Weather Impact Alert

Flooding threat continues in South and Central Texas Saturday after deadly floods Friday | Weather Impact Alert

Stay updated with the KENS 5 Weather Team on this severe weather development and how it impacts you. SAN ANTONIO — IMPACT DAYS: Saturday, July 5 Reason: Potential for locally heavy downpours, especially in the Hill Country and counties west of San Antonio. The breakdown A deadly and catastrophic flooding situation unfolded in the dark, early morning hours on Friday, as people were asleep in homes, RV’s and campsites along the Guadalupe River. The river…

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