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Flood Survivor Heads Volunteer Search as Central Texas Moves Into Recovery

A flood survivor from 2015 is leading TEXSAR crews along the Guadalupe River during the transition from rescue to recovery.

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Overview

  • Jonathan McComb lost his family in the 2015 Wimberley flood and joined TEXSAR to help others in disaster zones.
  • Officials confirm at least 90 people died in the July 4 flash floods, including 27 campers and counselors from Camp Mystic.
  • TEXSAR has deployed 50 volunteers and six swift-water boats in Kerr County, supported by hundreds of additional volunteers.
  • Rescue operations are giving way to recovery and forensic searches as floodwaters recede across Central Texas.
  • Community leaders and meteorologists are urging expanded siren networks and coordinated alert systems to prevent future tragedies.