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Search for Texas flood victims paused due to heavy rains and new threat of high waters

Search for Texas flood victims paused due to heavy rains and new threat of high waters

Summary

Heavy rain in Texas on Sunday stopped search efforts for people missing after flooding along the Guadalupe River. More rains made it necessary for officials to perform rescues and warn residents about possible flooding. Search efforts for missing people are expected to continue on Monday.

Key Facts

  • Heavy rain in Texas caused search efforts for flood victims to pause.
  • The July Fourth floods resulted in at least 129 deaths and more than 160 people are still missing in Kerr County.
  • Officials went door-to-door in Kerrville to alert residents of potential flooding.
  • Search-and-rescue teams were evacuated from the Guadalupe River corridor due to high flash flood risk.
  • The National Weather Service predicted the Guadalupe River could rise significantly, suggesting further flooding risks.
  • Emergency crews performed a high-water rescue on a submerged bridge over the Bosque River.
  • Previous floods severely impacted homes along the Guadalupe River, including in Kerrville.
  • A century-old girls' camp, Camp Mystic, lost at least 27 campers and counselors to the floods.

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