Life-threatening flash flooding hits central Texas as storms ravage region
Summary
Heavy rain has caused serious flash flooding in central Texas, especially in counties like Kerr and Uvalde. Emergency officials warned people to seek higher ground and stay home due to dangerous rising rivers and flooded roads.Key Facts
- Up to 20 inches of rain fell in some parts of south-central Texas over two days.
- Flash flood emergencies were issued for Kerr, Uvalde, and other counties near the Guadalupe and Pedernales Rivers.
- Emergency crews conducted water rescues, but no injuries or deaths were reported immediately.
- The Guadalupe River at Comfort, Texas, rose more than 30 feet overnight.
- Shelter-in-place orders were given in Kerrville and Uvalde to keep residents safe.
- Flood watches and warnings remain in effect until Thursday evening.
- This flooding occurs one year after a deadly flood in the same region killed over 100 people.
- Many highways and city streets are closed because of water over the roads, and people are urged not to travel unless necessary.
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