Texas flood survivors share harrowing stories, search continues for those still missing

As officials continue to verify fatalities and search for people missing following the Texas Hill Country floods on Friday, locals have begun to recount stories of extraordinary bravery and heroism during a weekend filled with distress.

Julian Ryan and his fiancé Christina Wilson were at their home in Ingram, when water began rushing through the doors.

When the water levels rapidly rose, 27-year-old Ryan broke through a window to rescue Wilson, their children, and his mother from the submerged house, as reported by Houston outlet KHOU-11.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Saturday issued a proclamation declaring Sunday a “day of prayer,” in response to the floods.

“Texans are recognized for their faith, strength, and resilience,” Abbott stated. “Even amidst the raging floodwaters, neighbors stepped in to rescue, comfort, and provide hope. In times of loss, we lean on God for comfort, healing, and strength. I urge every Texan to join me in prayer this Sunday—for the lives lost, for those still missing, for the recovery of our communities, and for the safety of those on the front lines.”

Here are some of those still missing, as of Saturday night.

Greta Toranzo

Greta Toranzo

Greta Toranzo is still missing after a flood Friday in Texas. (Photo courtesy of Ellen Toranzo)

Greta Toranzo’s mother, Ellen Toranzo, told Fox News Digital her daughter is still missing after being lost in the floods at Camp Mystic.

As of Saturday afternoon, Ellen said she had not received word of her daughter’s whereabouts.

The photo her mother provided was taken at the camp just a few days before the flood.

Hadley Hanna

Hadley Hanna

Hadley Hanna is one of the campers who went missing during deadly floods in Kerr County, Texas. (Photo courtesy of Carrie Hanna)

Carrie Hanna told Fox News Digital that her daughter, Hadley, remains missing after the floods at Camp Mystic.

The photo Carrie provided to Fox News Digital was taken shortly before Hadley left for camp, on her last day of school.

Mike and Charlene Harber

Grandparents Mike and Charlene Harber (left) remain missing after their granddaughters, Brooke and Blaire Harber (middle), were found dead.

Grandparents Mike and Charlene Harber (left) remain missing after their granddaughters, Brooke and Blaire Harber (middle), were found dead. (Photo courtesy of the Harber family)

Grandparents Mike Harber, 76, and Charlene Harber, 74, are missing after the Texas floods, according to a report from affiliate FOX 4 Dallas. 

The couple’s granddaughters, Brooke and Blaire Harber, were visiting them at the time and have been found dead.

Robert and Joni Brake

Robert and Joni Brake of Abilene, Texas were reported missing by family after the floods.

Robert and Joni Brake, of Abilene, Texas, were reported missing by family after the floods. (Photo courtesy of Ryen Brake)

Robert and Joni Brake, of Abilene, Texas, were reportedly staying at the HTR Campground in Kerry County and are missing following the floods, according to FOX 4.

Extreme Weather Texas

A helicopter flies over the Guadalupe River after a flash flood swept through the area, Friday, July 4, 2025, in Kerrville, Texas.  (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Rob and Melissa Kamin

Rob and Melissa Kamin, from the Houston area, have also been reported missing after staying at the HTR Campground in Kerry County during the floods, FOX 4 reported.

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