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Central Texas Floods Claim 120 Lives, Over 170 Still Missing

Aggrieved communities demand answers over delayed flood warnings as state legislators eye a July 21 special session to fortify emergency alerts.

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Clouds move in during a vigil for flooding victims at Tivy Antler Stadium on Wednesday, July 9, 2025, in Kerrville, Texas. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
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Texas Game Wardens and local law enforcement carry the body of a flood victim from the banks of the Guadalupe River during recovery operations near Hunt, Texas

Overview

  • At least 120 people are confirmed dead and more than 170 remain missing across Central Texas, with no live rescues reported since July 5.
  • Thousands of first responders from over a dozen states are scouring mud-covered debris along the Guadalupe River and in surrounding communities.
  • Criticism has mounted over delayed CodeRED alerts after a 4:22 am July 4 request and the absence of long-planned siren systems.
  • Flash floods killed at least 27 campers and counselors at Camp Mystic, with five campers and one counselor still unaccounted for.
  • Governor Greg Abbott has called a July 21 special legislative session to approve new flood-warning protocols and bolster emergency communications.