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'Thank you for sharing Greta with us' | Camp Mystic camper found dead in Hill Country flooding, school PTO says

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Greta Toranzo, 10, died in the floods, the school committee confirmed Tuesday afternoon. HOUSTON — A Houston girl is among those who lost their life in the Texas Hill Country floods, a school organization confirmed Tuesday afternoon. Greta Toranzo, 10, was a camper at Camp Mystic when the Guadalupe River quickly rose in the morning hours of July 4. “It’s with unimaginable sadness we share that Greta’s family has confirmed she lost her life in…

Fastest and most flexible support: Disaster recovery and relief experts highlight benefits of monetary donations for Hill Country flooding victims

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Texans are urged to give monetary donations to aid Hill Country flood recovery. HOUSTON — Texans are answering the call to help after devastating flooding swept through parts of the Hill Country — but officials say there’s a more effective way to support the recovery efforts: monetary donations. In the days following the flooding, agencies like the Kerr County Sheriff’s Office and local police departments expressed gratitude for the outpouring of donated supplies. However, they’re…

'Thank you for sharing Greta with us' | Camp Mystic camper found dead in Hill Country flooding, PTO says

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Durham and Orange counties face severe flooding: Tips to save money and protect homes

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Tropical Storm Chantal brought severe flash flooding across Durham and Orange counties, and insurance companies have suggestions on immediate steps flood victims should take to save money and mitigate future damage. The floodwaters were powerful and rapid, not giving neighbors adequate time to save all of their belongings. Carina Yariv had been in her bedroom Sunday night when she heard the car alarm go off, and realized a portion of her car was under water….

Flooding nearly wipes out 1st floor of school along Eno River in Hillsborough

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

The Town of Hillsborough was hit hard by Tropical Depression Chantal Sunday night, and many areas are still feeling the impact. The Town remains under a boil water advisory, and Gold Park and the Riverwalk are closed. The historic Eno River Mill building also sustained significant flooding damage. The record-breaking crest of the Eno River flowed into the Expedition School, a public charter school on the property. “The river was filling the entire elementary wing,…

109 confirmed dead and 161 known to be missing after Central Texas floods, Gov. Greg Abbott says: Latest updates

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Flash floods in Central Texas have killed at least 109 people and left dozens more missing as search efforts continue Tuesday. DALLAS — The search for victims continues Tuesday after flash floods in Central Texas killed at least 109 people and left at least 161 missing over the Fourth of July holiday weekend and left others still missing, including several North Texans. The devastation along the Guadalupe River, outside of San Antonio, has drawn a massive…

TribCast: Floods in the Texas Hill Country

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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. In this week’s episode, Matthew and Eleanor are joined by meteorologist Matt Lanza to discuss the deadly Texas floods. How did they happen? Could people have been better warned? And what can keep…

Volunteers are delivering supplies by foot after floods cut off this Leander-area neighborhood

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

When powerful rain turned Sandy Creek, which is usually ankle-deep, into a raging river in a matter of minutes on Saturday, it severely damaged the Big Sandy Bridge and cut off the tight-knit neighborhood on the other side. “The sheer force of the debris knocked the bridge 4-to-5 feet off track,” resident Amber Taylor said. “There’s no stability there.” Michael Minasi / KUT News Emergency personnel, volunteers, and residents walk along the Big Sandy Creek…

Dallas T-shirt company creates "United in Love" T-shirt to raise money for Central Texas flooding relief

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

DALLAS — A Dallas t-shirt company is taking a creative approach to flooding relief. Bullzerk, known for their often bold and humorous t-shirt designs, is partnering with WFAA for the special edition design supporting relief efforts after floods ravaged Central Texas. The “United in Love for the Hill Country” design is green on a natural-colored t-shirt. The shirt costs $26 for adult sizes and $22 for kids’ sizes. Shirts are available online and in Bullzerk’s…

Early information suggests much blame to go around in tragic Central Texas flooding

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

click to enlarge Wikimedia Commons / Bob McMillan Recovery effort workers attempt to address the devastation in the aftermath of the Kerrville flood. In the wake of a devastating July Fourth flood that claimed more than 100 lives in Central Texas, a search is underway, not just for survivors but for someone — or something — to blame. As could be expected, some have been politicizing the tragedy, and as the public demands answers, leaders…

'Thank you for sharing Greta with us' | Camp Mystic camper found dead in Hill Country flooding

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Forecast: Minor flooding risk through midweek; drier eventually

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

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: 1:40 PM CDT July 8, 2025 AUSTIN, Texas — For the first time since Thursday evening, there are no active flood watches or warnings across the area as we start Tuesday. The flood threat will finally lower Tuesday, though rounds of showers and storms will still be…

San Antonio professor who died in Texas floods remembered as 'kind' and 'giving'

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

click to enlarge Facebook / Elizabeth Moss Grover UTSA psychology lecturer Katheryn Eads, 52, died on Friday while camping with her husband on the Guadalupe River. Friends and family members are a remembering a University of Texas at San Antonio professor who died in the deadly Texas floods over the weekend as a “kind” and “giving woman” who dedicated her life to caring for others. Katheryn Eads, 52, lost her life on July Fourth in…

‘Our first duty is to be present’: San Antonio holds vigil for victims of Hill Country flooding

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Faith leaders, elected officials and community members from San Antonio gathered downtown Monday night for a vigil remembering the victims of the Hill Country flooding that shook the area over the July Fourth holiday weekend. Organized by Centro San Antonio, the vigil was meant to extend support to those affected by the catastrophic flooding, as well as remember the 13 lives lost during the recent flash flooding in San Antonio. More than 100 people are…

Camp Mystic staff member recounts night of catastrophic flooding

Posted on July 8, 2025July 8, 2025 by WeatherPreppers

Langston said counselors’ top priority was to get the girls fed and into warm clothes. KERR COUNTY, Texas — Lufkin resident Lilly Langston witnessed the destruction the Kerr County flooding had on Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp for girls, up close. This summer, Langston served as the activities director for Camp Mystic Cypress Lake. The Cypress Lake campus sits on higher ground compared to the Guadalupe side. Campers from the Guadalupe campus fled to…

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