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Texas Flood Relief: How to Help

CENTRAL TEXAS, JUL 7 – Federal and state aid is available for flood victims in multiple Central Texas counties, with Kerr County reporting 84 deaths and ongoing rescue and relief efforts, officials said.

  • Severe flooding in Central Texas caused approximately 100 deaths and significant damage across multiple counties, impacting communities including Kerr, Travis, and Williamson.
  • The floods followed heavy rains prompting Gov. Greg Abbott to expand state disaster declarations on July 5, and President Trump approved federal aid for Kerr County on July 6.
  • Local organizations, such as the Kerrville Chamber of Commerce and the foundation supporting the Texas Hill Country region, set up funds to aid businesses and individuals affected by the floods, while various relief groups coordinated volunteers and gathered supplies.
  • Alistair Perumal of Austin Disaster Relief Network stated, "Money is the biggest turnaround," emphasizing that monetary donations efficiently meet urgent needs like housing, food, and medication.
  • State and federal assistance offers financial aid, crisis counseling, and legal services, and community leaders praised local resilience and encouraged coordinated efforts for ongoing recovery.
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The Statesman broke the news in Austin, United States on Monday, July 7, 2025.
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