Summary
Heavy floods hit Texas Hill Country, causing the Guadalupe River to rise rapidly and resulting in the death of at least 32 people. Rescue efforts are ongoing for missing individuals, including 27 girls from a summer camp. Officials activated emergency resources before the floods but say the extent of rainfall was unexpected.
Key Facts
- Floods in Texas Hill Country began early Friday.
- The Guadalupe River rose 26 feet in 45 minutes.
- 14 children and 18 adults died due to the flooding.
- 27 girls from a local summer camp remain missing.
- More than 850 people have been rescued; over 100 were airlifted.
- Emergency resources were activated before the floods.
- The amount of rain exceeded weather forecasts.
- Some questions arose about the accuracy of weather warnings.
