Texas Floods Kill 80+, Multi-State Rescue Efforts Intensify

Devastating floods in the Texas Hill Country have resulted in over 80 deaths, including at least 27 children at Camp Mystic, and have left many missing, prompting a large-scale rescue and recovery effort involving multiple state and international agencies. The Texas National Guard, Coast Guard, and local emergency responders have rescued hundreds of people amid challenging conditions caused by rising rivers and extensive debris. Support has come from other states, including Colorado and Louisiana, with search and rescue teams deployed to assist in the ongoing operations. Mexican Water Rescue Team and Cure Firefighters have also joined the efforts, working alongside local responders in Kerrville. President Donald Trump has signed a major disaster declaration for Kerr County and is scheduled to visit the area, while officials emphasize the need for coordinated volunteer efforts and caution the public against interfering with rescue operations or falling victim to donation scams. Authorities continue to monitor weather conditions as more rain is forecasted, complicating the ongoing search for survivors and recovery for affected communities.