BRENHAM, Texas – Multiple agencies are conducting a search and rescue operation after a 10-year-old girl was swept away by rising water in Brenham.
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The Brenham Fire Department says this is happening near Fireman’s Park on the city’s north side.
According to the fire department, the child was swept away by quickly rising water around 4:25 p.m. Several people who were nearby attempted to rescue the child.
Brenham Police also attempted to rescue the child, but were unsuccessful.
The Brenham Fire Department’s Swift Water Rescue Team is attempting search and rescue and another six-member swift water rescue team is on its way from Conroe to help.
“Two Swift Water Rescue teams are currently searching the area near the Burleson Street Bridge. The coordinated search effort extends from the bridge toward Old Independence Road, with multiple agencies assisting in ground and water operations. With more severe weather anticipated, we ask the community to keep everyone involved in your thoughts and prayers during this challenging time,” the Brenham Fire Department said.
As of 9:30 p.m., the girl is still missing. Up to 14 agencies continue to stage along the creek banks. Other agencies are still searching in the water.