Share this @internewscast.com

Search teams have been deploying helicopters, boats, and drones to locate victims of the flash floods that have swept through central Texas since the July Fourth weekend began. Tragically, at least 70 lives have been lost, with many others still unaccounted for, including 11 girls from a summer camp.

The heart of this disaster is in the picturesque Texas Hill Country, where volunteers and some of the families of the missing individuals have been combing the riverbanks, even though they’ve been advised not to. Authorities in areas near Austin, the state capital, have also found flood victims.

Rescue teams are navigating the difficult landscapes while continuing their urgent search for the missing. Images reveal the widespread devastation experienced by central Texas.

President Donald Trump signed a major disaster declaration Sunday for Kerr County, activating the Federal Emergency Management Agency to Texas. “These families are enduring an unimaginable tragedy, with many lives lost, and many still missing,” Trump posted on social media.

The destructive, fast-moving waters rose 26 feet on the river in only 45 minutes before daybreak Friday, washing away homes and vehicles. The danger was not over as flash flood watches remained in effect and more rain fell in central Texas on Sunday.

Gov. Greg Abbott vowed that authorities will work around the clock and said new areas were being searched as the water receded. He declared Sunday a day of prayer for the state.

“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,” he said in a statement.

Share this @internewscast.com
You May Also Like

“DA Cook Jones Criticizes Leaders’ Statements as ‘Premature and Problematic'”

SAVANNAH, Ga. — After the incident at Oglethorpe Mall, Chatham County District…

Suspect Allegedly Hits WCSO Cruiser in Pursuit

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Washington County Tennessee Sheriff’s Office (WCSO)…

Augusta Canal Reopens for Kayaking Just in Time for the Holiday Weekend

AUGUSTA, Ga () – The Augusta Canal is back open just in…

Sheldon Resident Detained for Possession of Over 1,000 LSD Doses and Four Additional Drugs in Livingston County

A man from Sheldon was apprehended in Chatsworth by Livingston County officials…

Dementia Friendly Day to be Held at Decatur’s Scovill Zoo

DECATUR, Ill. (WCIA) — The Scovill Zoo is inviting people living with…

Remains of All 7 Missing Individuals Located at California Fireworks Warehouse Explosion Site

Related video: Explosion captured on video at California fireworks facility ESPARTO, Calif.…

Scenes and Sounds from Champaign County’s Annual Freedom Celebration

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — For yet another year, it was all about…

All 7 Missing Individuals Discovered Deceased at California Fireworks Warehouse After Explosion

ESPARTO, Calif. – Authorities in Northern California have found the bodies of…

Elon Musk Unveils New Political Group: The ‘America Party’

(The Hill) Tech billionaire Elon Musk said Saturday he has officially formed…

Beach Safety Tips: What You Need to Know After Three Recent Lowcountry Drownings

BEAUFORT COUNTY, S.C. () — It is the prime season for people…

“Search for Missing Children and Adults Continues Today in Kerrville: Expect Challenges”

AUSTIN (KXAN) — The city of Kerrville and Kerr County provided another…

Mahomet-Seymour’s Campion Concludes SEC Throwing Career

MAHOMET, Ill. (WCIA) — When Costen Campion arrived in Oxford, Mississippi, his…