The death toll from the catastrophic Texas Hill Country flooding has climbed to over 130, with more than 160 people still missing since the disaster struck on July 4. Kerr County remains the hardest-hit area, reporting at least 106 deaths, including 36 children.
New Storms Stall Search Efforts
Search and recovery teams in Kerr County lost significant time Sunday as fresh storms swept through the region.
“We’ll keep looking,” Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha said during a Monday commissioners court meeting, despite the weather setbacks.
Local leaders are now demanding improved cell service, emergency sirens, and “diversion dams” to mitigate future disasters. One commissioner revealed that modeling showed floodwaters in Center Point reached 36 feet, moving at 1.5 million gallons per second.
More Rain on the Way
A flood watch remains in effect through Monday evening across the Texas Hill Country, including Kerrville. Forecasters warn of potential heavy showers that could drop up to 5 inches of rain in isolated areas. Drier conditions are expected by Thursday, possibly lasting into next week.
Continued Recovery Operations
Kerrville officials confirmed that local, state, and federal teams continue deploying additional resources as recovery efforts become more complex. Memorials have sprung up in Kerrville to honor the lives lost.
Despite the growing death toll, search crews remain determined to locate the missing as the community braces for more rain in the coming days.
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