Flash Floods Kill 24, Leave 23 Summer Camp Girls Missing in Kerr County Texas

Central Texas Hill Country experienced catastrophic flash flooding after over 10 inches of rain fell rapidly, causing the Guadalupe River to rise dramatically and resulting in at least 24 deaths and many people missing, including over 20 girls from Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp. Rescue teams employed boats, helicopters, and drones to save more than 230 people, but a significant search continues for those still unaccounted for amid dangerous floodwaters. Families of missing campers have made emotional pleas on social media for help, with authorities urging the public to report any information to aid recovery efforts. The flooding swept away cabins and homes, including a large cabin seen floating down the Guadalupe River, while the river rose to near-record levels. Officials, including Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha and Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, have confirmed the ongoing search and the difficult conditions faced by emergency responders. Nearby camps like Camp La Junta have reported all individuals accounted for, contrasting with the devastation at Camp Mystic and surrounding areas.