Historic Flooding in South Texas Leaves Four Dead and Hundreds Rescued

Record-breaking rainfall exceeding 20 inches has caused widespread devastation in the Rio Grande Valley, with emergency crews continuing rescue efforts and officials beginning recovery operations.

At least four fatalities have been confirmed, including three in Hidalgo County and one in Reynosa, Mexico, as floodwaters remain dangerously high.
Over 200 water rescues were conducted in Harlingen, with another 200 people still awaiting assistance; Alamo reported over 100 rescues of stranded residents.
Valley International Airport in Harlingen remains closed, and thousands are still without power across Cameron, Hidalgo, and Willacy counties.
The flooding has caused severe damage to homes, vehicles, infrastructure, and agriculture, with Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller citing significant losses to crops and livestock.
Local disaster declarations have been issued, and officials are coordinating shelter provisions and damage assessments to secure federal aid for recovery efforts.

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