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Search Continues for Texas Father After Wife’s Body Found in Deadly Flash Flood

Rescuers in Texas recovered Tanya Ramsey’s body, continuing the search for her husband after flash floods killed at least 119 people

Overview

  • Officials recovered and identified Tanya Ramsey’s body on July 7 after her RV camper was swept away by flash floods in Kerrville
  • Jeff Ramsey, 61, remains missing as teams comb waterways and debris in Texas Hill Country, a region prone to rapid-onset flooding
  • Their son, Jake Ramsey, said his father’s final voicemails warned relatives to flee rising waters, enabling some to escape
  • State officials report at least 119 confirmed deaths and 173 people still missing in floods triggered by remnants of Tropical Storm Barry
  • The Ramseys’ dog, Chloe, was discovered alive at an animal shelter and reunited with family after identification via microchip