Search and recovery efforts are still underway in the Texas Hill Country after heavy rains flooded the Guadalupe River, causing a flash flood that took hundreds of lives earlier this month.
Lawmakers serving on special committees investigating deadly floods blasted a river authority for failing to build a flood warning system on the Guadalupe River.
Officials in a Texas hill country community pummeled by deadly flooding on July 4 say just three people remain missing, down from nearly 100.
The Kerr County Flood Disaster Joint Information Center has confirmed that three people are still missing following the catastrophic and deadly July 4th flood.
The number of people still missing in a Texas county ravaged by deadly flooding over the Fourth of July holiday weekend now stands at three, down from nearly 100.
Hundreds gathered at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church in River Oaks on Thursday to celebrate the lives of four Burgess family members who died in the devastating Hill Country floods earlier this month.
Gov. Greg Abbott will hold a press conference following a briefing on Texas’ continued response to recent severe flooding that impacted communities in San Angelo.
Special K9 Inc., a nonprofit based in Montgomery County that deploys certified cadaver dogs across the U.S. and internationally. It's an all-volunteer team driven by one mission: to help families find their missing loved ones.
After deadly floods swept through Texas Hill Country, Houstonians responded with truckloads of donations, led by a weeklong relief drive from the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
As Kerr County continues recovering from devastating floods, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office is leading a major donation drive to support families who lost everything.
These young leaders, who started their nonprofit at just 6 and 8 years old, are hosting the event on Saturday, July 19, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. at the Cypress Creek Lakes Splash Pad in Cypress.
A spokesperson for Camp Mystic said he is still working to confirm the timeline of events that led to the deaths of 27 campers and counselors on July 4th.
Kerr County officials met Monday for the first time since the deadly flooding that devastated the Hill Country area on July 4.
As families across the Texas Hill Country continue to recover from the devastating floods that swept through the region over the Fourth of July weekend, a Houston-based nonprofit is stepping in to help a community that often serves others first: food and beverage workers.
Host of "Eat Like a Local," Chris Shepherd, is behind the nonprofit Southern Smoke Foundation, which is committing $150,000 toward the Hill Country Relief Fund application to assist food and beverage workers impacted by the devastating flood.
Officials are keeping a wary eye on river levels as some crews resume the search for people still missing after catastrophic flooding pummeled Texas this month.
Gov. Greg Abbott announced Friday that the federal government has updated the Presidential Disaster Declaration following recent flooding in Texas to include additional counties.
While sirens can help in areas with shaky cell service, experts say officials also need to consider alert fatigue and provide education on what to do in an emergency.
A public Facebook page is looking to comfort those who lost their loved ones in last week’s devastating flash floods.
In the wake of the devastating Texas Hill Country floods, several Texas-based companies have banned together to provide relief those in need.
The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announced its $500,000 commitment to aid in the recovery efforts and rebuilding of the Texas Hill Country floods.
The request of a CodeRED was met with a dispatcher informing the first responder, “10-4 stand by, we have to get that approved with our supervisor, please be advised we do have the Texas Water Rescue en route.”
It has been five days since devastating floods left massive destruction in the Texas Hill Country.
In response to the Hill Country floods and the widespread devastation in Kerr County, NASA has deployed two aircraft to assist state and local authorities in ongoing recovery operations.
Texas police described some of the harrowing rescues they conducted after flash floods engulfed camps and homes in the state's Hill Country.
In the small river towns that dot the Guadalupe River in Kerr County, you can’t look far without seeing devastation.
In a post on Facebook Monday, the association accused Baker of denying firefighters from the department from deploying until Monday, with the exception of three AFD rescue swimmers.
Officials in Texas are facing questions about whether they did enough to get people out of harm’s way before a flash flood swept down the Guadalupe River and killed at least 120 people, including more than two dozen children and counselors at an all-girls Christian camp.
Citing federal studies, Bettencourt worries alerts on cell phones can be ignored. A study of the effectiveness of the 2023 Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA) national test alert showed, 17.5 percent of adults opted out of one or more WEA alerts.
As heartbreaking floodwaters swept through Kerr County and surrounding parts of Central Texas over the weekend, Trae Tha Truth and his Relief Gang team did what they always feel called to do: show up with open hearts, ready hands, and a deep commitment to community.
First responders who continue to search for missing people in the floodwaters are also suffering, as they face burnout and emotional fatigue in the face of such tragedy. To help combat mental health issues in first responders, there are a variety of state-wide and national resources that are available.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott says more than 160 people are believed to be still missing days after flash floods killed more than 100 people across central Texas.
A GOP state lawmaker who represents Kerr County says he likely would vote differently now on House Bill 13, which would have established a grant program for counties to build new emergency communication infrastructure.
Ron Duke spent his life fighting to protect the Guadalupe River, keeping it as a pristine paradise that so many Texans love to visit.
In the days after the devastating flood that killed dozens in Central Texas, local officials have deflected direct questions about preparations and warnings in advance of the storm that struck July Fourth.
The Texas Hill Country is still recovering from the deadly July fourth floods. The destruction happened in an instant but now that flood waters have begun to recede, there is a long road ahead to rebuild.
A family with a long history of attending Camp Mystic is sharing memories and what makes the camp so special.
Kerr County officials have repeatedly discussed implementing a flood warning system since the devastating Blanco River flood in 2015.
A privately operated drone collided with a rescue helicopter in Kerr County during ongoing flood recovery efforts, necessitating an emergency landing and risking the safety of first responders.
As the death toll continues to rise from devastating flooding that struck the Texas Hill Country, questions have been asked about whether there was enough warning ahead of the deadly flooding.
Days after a deadly, devastating flood ravaged Central Texas and the Hill Country, Kerr County officials provided a sobering update on the aftermath Monday morning as rescue and recovery efforts continue.
A family of 33 from Austin all survived on the roof of a hotel while just a few miles away, a woman and her two dogs rode out the storm - literally - in a kayak.
Floodwaters in the Texas Hill Country over the weekend resulted in catastrophic damage, numerous fatalities, and ongoing rescue operations.
The search and rescue mission in the Texas Hill Country is now an international effort.
The Kingwood community is remembering beloved Kingwood Park High School teacher Jeff Wilson, who was among the victims found dead in the Hill Country floods.
A report claiming that two young girls were rescued from a tree in Comfort, Texas following severe flash flooding has been debunked as false.
A prayer vigil will be held at 7 p.m. at the Town Center to honor victims of the devastating floods in Kerr County over the Fourth of July weekend.
President Donald Trump announced that he signed a major disaster declaration for Kerr County, Texas, following severe flooding that resulted in at least 59 fatalities.
The death toll from flash floods that raged through central Texas has risen to 82 after searchers found more bodies.
The search for survivors continues in the Texas Hill Country after catastrophic flash flooding swept through Kerr County early Friday morning.
Hours before a massive wall of floodwater barreled down a river in the heart of Texas Hill Country before sunrise on Friday, forecasters with the National Weather Service warned people that dangerous conditions were brewing.
Flooding in Central Texas and the Texas Hill Country has killed at least 119 people, with 161 still missing in Kerr County. Rescue crews are still searching for missing people as more rain is expected. Here is a guide on how to help those affected.
A devastating flood in Texas Hill Country has resulted in at least 104 deaths across six counties, with Kerr County being the hardest hit.
A woman who was swept away by the fast-rising flood waters of the Guadalupe River not only survived the raging water for more than 15 miles, she also held on to a tree for hours until she could be rescued.
Texans donating to those impacted by floods in Texas Hill Country
Houston’s Fourth of July forecast turned wet because of a pulse of energy in the atmosphere that matched with the ample moisture that continues to work its way from west to east across the state of Texas.
The Houston Fire Department has dispatched an engine and a Tactical Deployment Unit with four members to assist flood recovery efforts in Kerr County, Texas.
Heavy rains have caused devastating flash floods in Texas Hill Country, killing at least 24 people and leaving many others missing.
Parts of Central Texas are experiencing what officials described as a “catastrophic flooding event,” where fatalities have been confirmed.
A portion of Freeport will be under a boil water notice beginning on Tuesday since crews are working to repair a water leak, according to the city of Freeport.
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KERRVILLE, Texas – Authorities said they are investigating what led up to the fatal shooting of a retired Houston police officer who lives in Kerr County Monday. According to KSAT-TV, a news release said Kerr County sheriff’s deputies were called to the 500 block of Honor Drive after shots were fired. Deputies said they found Mart Hanna, the 68-year-old retired Houston police officer, fatally shot. The man who shot him was identified as Kenneth Brown, a 71-year-old retired U.S. Customs Officer, investigators said. Deputies said no arrests were made in the case on Monday and the investigation is ongoing.
