Texas rancher fights back tears describing flooded town's devastation
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A Texas rancher fought back tears as he described the extensive destruction caused by an immense flash flood that swept through communities across the state on Friday.

The resident of Hunt, where his family has lived for over a century, reminisced about the many cherished moments in the closely-knit Southern town, now left devastated by the severe weather event that resulted in at least 50 fatalities, including 15 children from a local summer camp.

‘This may very well be the worst flood Hunt has ever experienced,’ he remarked. ‘The devastation is unimaginable. How these kids managed to survive in any of these camps along the river is nothing short of a miracle.’

As of Saturday afternoon, the death toll has risen to 50, with 27 children from Camp Mystic – a summer camp situated along the Guadalupe River – still missing, CNN reported.

Overcome with emotion, the proud Texan explained that he grew up in the area, with many of his best memories now reduced to debris.

‘I grew up with this store,’ he explained, standing in front of what was left of his property. 

‘I’ve danced here, I’ve been here. Sat by the fireplace in a rocking chair and drank a beer. The devastation… there are just no words that I can say that describe what I’m seeing.’

A Texas rancher (pictured) held back tears as he spoke with reporters, reacting to the overwhelming destruction caused by a monstrous flash flood that swept through communities across the state on Friday

A Texas rancher (pictured) held back tears as he spoke with reporters, reacting to the overwhelming destruction caused by a monstrous flash flood that swept through communities across the state on Friday

Full grown tree's were uprooted during the recent Guadalupe River flood in Kerrville, Texas

Full grown tree’s were uprooted during the recent Guadalupe River flood in Kerrville, Texas

He went on to describe how the water rose, leveling his beloved home.

‘My ranch – it was completely underwater. The water got that high,’ he said, shaking his head in utter disappointment.

‘Just unbelievable,’ he added.

At least 50 people have died after the Guadalupe River surged 30 feet above its normal height, devastating children’s summer camps and ripping apart families.

Harrowing images have emerged showing the remains of the summer camp where at least three campers lost their lives after it was deluged by deadly flood waters. 

Dozens more people, including other campers, are still missing.

Among those confirmed dead are 15 children, including the three young girls who were attending Camp Mystic. 

A volunteer searches for survivors in a home that was lifted off its foundation and slammed into a tree during the devastating floods of the Guadalupe Rive in Kerrville, Texas

A volunteer searches for survivors in a home that was lifted off its foundation and slammed into a tree during the devastating floods of the Guadalupe Rive in Kerrville, Texas

Trees were uprooted and homes badly damages during the recent Guadalupe River flood in Kerrville, Texas

Trees were uprooted and homes badly damages during the recent Guadalupe River flood in Kerrville, Texas

Harrowing images have emerged showing the remains of a Texas summer camp where nine girls lost their lives after it was deluged by raging flood waters

Harrowing images have emerged showing the remains of a Texas summer camp where nine girls lost their lives after it was deluged by raging flood waters

The girls' sodden beds and belongings were seen covered in river water following the decimation

The girls’ sodden beds and belongings were seen covered in river water following the decimation

Renee Smajstrla, eight, Janie Hunt, nine, and Sarah Marsh all perished when Camp Mystic in Hunt was washed away by the flood waters. 

Among the other confirmed dead are: Jeff Ramsey and Jane Ragsdale, the director of Heart O’ the Hills, another nearby summer camp. And 850 people have been rescued by authorities. 

Heartbreaking pictures show how the side of the summer camp has been completely wrenched away by the floods.

Inside, the sodden beds and blankets of the campers can be seen covered in a thick sludge. Belongings such as bags and clothing are also seen strewn across the floor.

Another build saw its roof sag over the ruined building and pieces of jagged wood splintered underneath it. 

Search and rescue efforts remain the top priority in central Texas, according to Kerrville City Manager Dalton Rice, as crews continue to search for the missing along the Guadalupe River.

One of the huts at the camp was completely destroyed, with it's roof sagging over the structure

One of the huts at the camp was completely destroyed, with it’s roof sagging over the structure

A car was slammed into a home during the Guadalupe River flood

A car was slammed into a home during the Guadalupe River flood

Volunteers clear debris and search for survivors in a home that was lifted off its foundation and slammed into a tree during the devastating floods of the Guadalupe River

Volunteers clear debris and search for survivors in a home that was lifted off its foundation and slammed into a tree during the devastating floods of the Guadalupe River

‘We’re really focused on life safety,’ Rice said. ‘Our primary focus is on the search and rescue of every single person involved, and we’ll continue through the night to make sure that happens.’

He noted that recovery operations were also underway Saturday, with authorities working to identify victims. 

‘We knew today was going to be that day, so our numbers are going to constantly be changing,’ he said.

‘We’re in a marathon,’ Rice added. ‘And we’ve got to make sure we always keep that in mind – and look after each other.’

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