Severe flooding along the Guadalupe River in Texas has resulted in at least 13 fatalities, with more than 20 children from Camp Mystic reported missing. The river dramatically rose by 26 feet in 45 minutes, complicating rescue efforts. Most campers are safe, but evacuation is hindered by impassable roads. The camp director described the site as suffering from catastrophic flooding. Continued rain raises ongoing flood threats across the region, with additional danger noted from San Antonio to Waco. Authorities anticipate more fatalities as rescue operations progress.
At least 13 people have died, and more than 20 children from a summer camp are missing after torrential rain triggered deadly floods along the Guadalupe River in Texas.
Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick stated the Guadalupe River rose 26 feet (8 meters) within 45 minutes during intense downpours, affecting Camp Mystic where many girls are unaccounted for.
Though most of the 750 campers were safe, authorities could not evacuate immediately due to high water making roads impassable, leading to catastrophic flooding.
Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha indicated that 13 people were found dead, suggesting that many more fatalities could be expected as rescue operations continue.
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