Texas flooding newest: 21 kids amongst greater than 60 useless whereas determined searches proceed
A desperate search for dozens of children campers continued into Sunday, after devastating floods killed at least 67 people in central Texas.
At least four girls missing from a summer camp were found dead and were among at least 21 children killed in what Texas GOP Congressman Chip Roy called a “once-in-a-century flood.”
Two girls — 13-year-old Blair and 11-year-old Brooke — were among those killed by the floods, their father told CNN on Saturday night. Harber said Blair “was a gifted student and had a generous, kind heart,” and described Brooke as “like a light in any room, people gravitated to her”.
There are more than 11 girls and one counselor still missing from Camp Mystic, an all-girls Christian summer camp along the Guadalupe River that was ravaged by the floods, officials said.
Hundreds in the region have been rescued or evacuated, officials said Saturday.
The unexpected flash flooding struck on Friday after torrential rain along the Guadalupe River. The destructive force of the fast-rising waters just before dawn on Friday washed out homes and swept away vehicles.
In photos: Search continues for missing people
Death toll climbs to 67 across Central Texas
At least 67 people have died in Central Texas due to the devastating floods over the weekend, with a majority of those deaths occurring in Kerr County.
At least 59 people have died in Kerr County.
Four people were confirmed dead in Travis County.
Three people died in Burnet County.
One person was reported dead in Kendall County.
Eleven campers, one counselor missing from Camp Mystic
Rescuers are still searching for 11 campers and one counselor who are missing from Camp Mystic, the all-girls camp located near the Guadalupe River.
At least 21 children are deceased
Of the 59 people who have died in the floods, 21 of them are children, Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha said on Sunday.
Trump says he signed a major disaster declaration for Kerr County
President Donald Trump said on Sunday that he signed a major disaster declaration for Kerr County, Texas, which endured tragic flooding over the weekend and losses of life.
“I just signed a Major Disaster Declaration for Kerr County, Texas, to ensure that our Brave First Responders immediately have the resources they need,” Trump said.
“These families are enduring an unimaginable tragedy, with many lives lost, and many still missing.”
Despite railing against the Federal Emergency Management Agency, which provides federal resources to state and local officials, Trump is using his power to activate FEMA.
When a major disaster declaration is made, states can access federal funding and resources to help with cleanup, rebuilding efforts, and assistance to those affected.
Pope Leo offers condolences and prayers to victims of Texas floods
Pope Leo XIV gave condolences to families who have lost loved ones in the devastating Texas floods on Sunday, speaking in English from the Vatican.
“I would like to express sincere condolences to all the families who have lost loved ones, in particular their daughters who were at summer camp, in the disaster caused by the flooding of the Guadalupe River in Texas,” Pope Leo said.
Death toll rises to 59
At least 59 people have died as a result of the devastating floods that ravaged Central Texas over the weekend, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick said.
That death toll is expected to rise.
Watch: Rescuers search around Camp Mystic for survivors of Texas flash floods
Flood watches and warnings issued for central Texas
Parts of central Texas, from San Angelo to Austin, are under flood watch as more storms are expected to drop several inches of rain.
The National Weather Service has issued watches and warnings for the vast majority of central Texas on Sunday. It comes after unexpected heavy rains caused major flooding on Friday.
Parts of Texas are expected to see anywhere from one to three inches of rain per hour or more.
Source: independent.co.uk
