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Texas Flood Missing Count Falls to Three as Search Enters Third Week

Search crews persist along the treacherous Guadalupe River with over 1,000 responders, spurring state lawmakers to propose early-warning system reforms.

Travis Kuehler from New Braunfels pauses to catch his breath while helping to clear a large pile of debris at the Guadalupe Keys RV Resort, situated along the banks of the Guadalupe River in Center Point, on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
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A Texas flag hangs from a storm-damaged tree on the banks of the Guadalupe River on July 13, 2025 in Center Point, Texas. More than 160 people are still missing after storm cells halted over the area, dumping nearly 15 inches of rain and causing a 22-foot rise along the Guadalupe River.

Overview

  • Kerr County officials report the missing persons list has shrunk from over 160 to three after extensive follow-up verification of those initially unaccounted for.
  • More than 1,000 local, state and federal responders are using hand-sifting, canine teams, divers and heavy machinery to comb grid sectors of the river and adjacent debris fields.
  • The Upper Guadalupe River Authority is warning the public to avoid waterways in Kerr County due to fast currents, debris and health hazards from contaminated water.
  • Lawmakers are set to convene Monday for a special session to review flood response protocols; proposals include automated sensors, watershed modeling and a statewide siren network.
  • Governor Abbott requested that President Trump extend the Major Disaster Declaration to Hamilton and Travis counties, unlocking FEMA Public Assistance and Small Business Administration aid for communities in need.