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Houston campers recount escape from Guadalupe River flooding in Comal County

Posted on July 6, 2025July 6, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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…

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

Posted on July 6, 2025July 6, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

“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…

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

Posted on July 6, 2025July 6, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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…

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

Posted on July 6, 2025July 6, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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

Posted on July 6, 2025July 6, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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…

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

Posted on July 6, 2025July 6, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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

Posted on July 6, 2025July 6, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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,…

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

Posted on July 6, 2025July 6, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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…

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

Posted on July 6, 2025July 6, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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

Posted on July 6, 2025July 6, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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….

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

Posted on July 5, 2025July 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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…

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

Posted on July 5, 2025July 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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…

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

Posted on July 5, 2025July 6, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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…

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

Posted on July 5, 2025July 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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…

LCRA advises caution on lakes amid Central Texas flooding

Posted on July 5, 2025July 5, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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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