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Linnie McCown, 8, was a student at Casis Elementary. Mary Stevens, 8, was a student at Highland Park Elementary. AUSTIN, Texas — Two girls from Austin are among those confirmed dead after devastating flash floods hit Camp Mystic in Kerr County on July 4. Linnie McCown, 8, was a student at Casis Elementary, according to her father, Michael McCown. A family spokesman for 8-year-old Mary Stevens confirmed her death. Mary was a student at Highland…

“The most powerful thing that I can do, is come up here and intercede with prayer for these families, that are hurting beyond what anyone can ever imagine.” KERRVILLE, Texas — What was supposed to be a Fourth of July celebration turned into tragedy when rushing floodwaters devastated the residents of Kerrville and surrounding communities. On Saturday evening, the Coming King Foundation hosted a prayer vigil for those affected by the floods—from those who lost property…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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 at least 10 people missing. In Burnet County, three deaths have been reported and at least six people are missing. Rescue crews there are still searching for…

Travis County officials will update the public on their flood response efforts Sunday morning after declaring a disaster. TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas — Travis County officials and local emergency agencies will hold a press conference on Sunday morning to provide an update on the county’s response to widespread flooding that has led to several confirmed deaths in the area.  The briefing, scheduled for 10:30 a.m., comes after Travis County Judge Andy Brown issued a disaster declaration…

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…

At least 43 people have died in Kerrville-area floods as of Saturday evening, as first-responder teams search for dozens of missing campers. Disaster relief organizations have deployed to the Texas Hill Country to help those affected. Here are some of the ways you can help. The Red Cross The American Red Cross Serving South and Central Texas has opened shelters in the affected areas. Visit RedCross.org/donate and select “Your Local Red Cross” as a donation…

Here are the latest updates from the KVUE Weather Impact Team. Author: Jordan Darensbourg, Hunter Williams, Grace Thornton, KC Sherman Published: 11:46 AM CST March 6, 2019 Updated: 10:59 PM CDT July 5, 2025 AUSTIN, Texas — A Weather Impact Alert Day has been issued for Saturday due to heavy rain and flash flooding. Dry conditions will take over for a short while tonight, but the return of scattered downpours is expected for Sunday in…

Four of the worst floods in recent Guadalupe River history have occurred in July. AUSTIN, Texas — The Texas Hill Country is famed for its breathtaking scenery, with rivers like the Guadalupe winding through steep hills and rugged valleys. But beneath that beauty lies danger — this region is among the most flash flood-prone areas in the United States. One of the most devastating floods occurred in July 1978, when Topical Storm Amelia made landfall…

Burnet County officials tell KVUE that three people are dead and two others are missing, including a local fire chief. BURNET COUNTY, Texas — In Burnet County, first responders scrambled to rescue dozens of people after floodwaters swept through the county on Saturday. Two people were killed by the floods, both from RV parks – one near the city of Burnet and another near Faith Academy. Two people in Burnet County are missing. Burnet County…

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…