Texas flood death toll hits 50 as search intensifies
KERR COUNTY, TEXAS, JUL 8 – The flooding caused rapid river rises of up to 29 feet, overwhelmed rescue teams, and left dozens missing from Camp Mystic summer camp, with 27 confirmed dead including nine children.
- Authorities report at least 27 dead, including nine children, with over 20 missing from Camp Mystic in Hunt, Texas, as flood response shifts to recovery.
- After nearly a foot of rain fell per hour, the Guadalupe River surged 26 feet in 45 minutes, causing severe flash flooding in central Texas.
- According to Kerr County Sheriff Leitha, over 850 people have been rescued by more than 500 responders, with efforts including helicopters and specialized equipment.
- Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha said searches will shift to recovery, with officials warning fatalities could increase as more victims are found.
- Experts warn that climate change may cause more extreme rainfall events, increasing flood risk, as a similar 1987 Guadalupe River flood highlights the potential for future disasters.
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