Search Underway for Missing Girls from Texas Summer Camp After Deadly Floods

Rescuers are searching for more than two dozen children from a girls’ camp and others missing after a powerful storm caused flooding in the Texas Hill Country, killing at least 27 people, including nine children. The fast-moving waters along the Guadalupe River rose 26 feet in just 45 minutes, washing away homes and vehicles. Torrential rains continue outside San Antonio with flash flood warnings in effect for parts of central Texas.

27 people are missing from Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp, according to Kerrville’s city manager. Searchers are using helicopters, boats, and drones to find victims and rescue stranded individuals. Frantic parents are posting photos of missing loved ones.

The flooding caught many by surprise on the Fourth of July holiday. AccuWeather and the National Weather Service had issued warnings about potential flash flooding. Officials defended their actions, stating they did not expect such intense rainfall.

Search crews are facing harsh conditions while looking for missing individuals. More than 1,000 rescuers are on the ground, using helicopters and drones for assistance. President Trump expressed condolences and support for the affected families.

The storm is expected to bring more rain, with the threat of heavy downpours and flooding continuing. The National Weather Service issued a Flash Flood Warning for several areas in central Texas.

According to the source: Global News.