Summary
A heavy rain over the July Fourth weekend in Texas caused severe flash flooding, resulting in the deaths of more than 80 people. At Camp Mystic in Kerr County, the flood took 27 lives, including campers and counselors. The region remains at risk as more rain is expected, and there are concerns about the lack of timely warnings to residents.
Key Facts
- Flash flooding in Texas over the July Fourth weekend killed more than 80 people.
- Camp Mystic in Kerr County lost 27 campers and counselors to the flood.
- The flood hit century-old Camp Mystic with a sudden wall of water.
- The flooding risk is still high in central Texas, with more rain predicted.
- Search teams have found 68 bodies in Hill Country, including 28 children.
- Survivors did not receive emergency warnings before the flooding.
- Officials have called the event a "100-year-flood," meaning it's very rare based on past records.
- There are criticisms about the delay in flood warnings and evacuation notices.
- Officials considered a better warning system, but high costs were a concern.
