Terrible aftermath of Texas flood catastrophe leaves over 80 casualties
In the aftermath of the catastrophic flood disaster that struck Texas over the weekend, a significant number of people remain missing, with the search for survivors ongoing. As of Sunday afternoon, 41 people were confirmed missing across the state, with ten girls and a counselor specifically unaccounted for at Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp in Kerr County, which has become the epicentre of the flooding.
The total death toll has tragically risen to over 82, with authorities confirming 68 deaths in Kerr County alone, including 28 girls from a girls' summer camp. The Governor of Texas, Greg Abbott, described the scene at Camp Mystic as the worst he has seen in any natural disaster.
The disaster unfolded on Friday morning, with flooding in the vacation area of the south USA. Since then, more than 400 rescue workers have been deployed in Kerr County, with search efforts ongoing in the air, on the water, and on the ground. A dozen dogs were also used in the search efforts.
U.S. President Donald Trump has declared a disaster in the affected area, providing further federal aid to the ongoing relief efforts. Water reached the roofs of the cabins at Camp Mystic, underscoring the severity of the flooding.
Authorities have warned that flooding could occur again in Texas, urging residents to stay vigilant and heed evacuation orders. Many adults were camping near the water in the area around Kerrville, some with RVs, when the flood hit.
The search for the missing campers and counselor continues, with hope remaining that they may still be found safe. As the search efforts continue, the number of deaths could still increase, underscoring the urgent need for continued support and assistance for the affected communities.
The weather conditions significantly contributed to the catastrophic flood disaster in Texas, leading to the flooding in the vacation area. Current weather conditions continue to hinder the search efforts for the missing campers and counselor at Camp Mystic, with authorities warning of potential further flooding in the area.
