Texas' Guadalupe River Water Levels Compared to Camp Mystic Tragedy
Summary
Heavy rain caused severe flooding along the Guadalupe River in Texas, leading to water rescues, evacuations, and at least one death. River levels are rising quickly, but they are still below the extreme height recorded during a deadly flood at Camp Mystic in 2025.Key Facts
- Torrential rain caused a Flash Flood Emergency in Texas Hill Country along the Guadalupe River.
- At least one person has died from the flooding, according to Governor Greg Abbott.
- Up to 20 inches of rain fell near Kerrville, overwhelming the river.
- Water rescues and evacuations are underway; residents are urged to seek higher ground.
- Current river levels peaked at 16.90 feet, less than half of the 34.29 feet during the 2025 Camp Mystic flood.
- The 2025 Camp Mystic flood killed 27 people at a summer camp and caused over 100 deaths in the region.
- Several Texas rivers are in major flood stage, meaning severe flooding and evacuations are ongoing.
- Emergency officials warn this flood remains life-threatening despite lower water levels than the 2025 disaster.
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