Texas Flash Floods Kill 43 Including 15 Children, Cause Widespread Rescue

A devastating flash flood in Central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend has left at least 43 people dead, including 15 children, and dozens more missing, particularly from Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp. The storm dumped over 10 inches of rain in an hour, causing the Guadalupe River to surge nearly 30 feet, creating one of the worst natural disasters in the region's recent memory. NFL legend Troy Aikman, a proud Texan and former Dallas Cowboys quarterback, expressed deep sorrow and called for prayers for the missing children and grieving families, emphasizing the unimaginable pain of the tragedy. Tony Casillas, another Cowboys veteran, mourned the loss of close friends Jeff and Tanya Ramsey, who died after warning their family to seek safety. President Donald Trump and Texas Governor Greg Abbott have responded with federal aid requests and support for rescue efforts, with over 850 people rescued so far as heavy rain threatens ongoing operations. The sports community, including the Houston Texans and former Astros star Alex Bregman, has also mobilized to assist flood relief and raise awareness of the missing persons.