Media coverage of the devastating Texas floods - Poynter
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A catastrophic flood in central Texas has led to a rising death toll of over 80 individuals. The search for survivors is underway, with particular concern for 10 missing girls and their counselor from Camp Mystic. Emergency responders have rescued over 850 individuals amidst the devastation. This disaster was caused by extraordinary atmospheric conditions that released 1.8 trillion gallons of rain, with the Guadalupe River rising dramatically. Concerns remain regarding additional flooding as rain continues in the area.
They used helicopters and drones, arrived on horseback and in trucks, and searched from boats and golf carts. Sometimes, they muscled through brush and devastation on foot.
Extraordinary atmospheric conditions released 1.8 trillion gallons of rain in and around Texas Hill Country on Friday. In one area, the Guadalupe River rose from 7 feet to 29 feet in just a few hours.
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