Overview
- The Weather Prediction Center and National Weather Service maintain very high flash‑flood risk for much of south and central Texas, with forecasts calling for additional heavy rain through Friday.
- Governor Greg Abbott declared disaster for 59 counties and activated state response, deploying roughly 1,300 personnel, more than 800 vehicles, 75 boats and 20 aircraft to support rescues and relief operations.
- Rescue teams have pulled dozens of people from floodwaters, with local reports citing at least 45 rescues in Uvalde County and state officials saying totals may be as high as 75 people saved so far.
- Forecasts show 51–254 mm of rain possible in the worst areas and some places have already recorded up to about 40 cm; the Cibolo Creek rose more than 3 meters in roughly 90 minutes and reached nearly seven meters at a record level.
- Steep Hill Country slopes, shallow soils and saturated ground are turning heavy rain into rapid runoff, so officials urge residents to sign up for AlertHouston or local warning systems, avoid floodwaters, and expect more road closures and infrastructure strain in the coming days.