Forecast: Flood Watch continues into Sunday; Hill Country at risk for additional flooding

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Forecast: Flood Watch continues into Sunday; Hill Country at risk for additional flooding

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…

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Flash floods have long haunted the Texas Hill Country

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Flash floods have long haunted the Texas Hill Country

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…

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First responders rescue dozens, business owners clean up damage after floods sweep through Burnet County

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First responders rescue dozens, business owners clean up damage after floods sweep through Burnet County

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…

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Tropical Storm Chantal expected to make landfall overnight near Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

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Tropical Storm Chantal expected to make landfall overnight near Myrtle Beach, 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 65 miles east 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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These are some of the names and the faces of those who remain missing after devastating Hill Country flooding

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

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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

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Houston campers recount escape from Guadalupe River flooding in Comal County

https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KENS/images/5fd97bed-e74c-409c-804c-b374d7567c3d/20250705T233650/5fd97bed-e74c-409c-804c-b374d7567c3d_750x422.jpg 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…

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

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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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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

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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

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

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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

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'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

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

https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KENS/images/6ae6a1d3-3a89-4efc-a4a8-a7146fe7737e/20250706T004246/6ae6a1d3-3a89-4efc-a4a8-a7146fe7737e_750x422.jpg 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…

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

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

https://media.tegna-media.com/assets/KHOU/images/c404d8b7-934b-4ed4-9cf9-6132fe056dab/20250705T152455/c404d8b7-934b-4ed4-9cf9-6132fe056dab_750x422.jpg 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…

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