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Texas Governor Declares July 6 as Statewide Day of Prayer Following Central Texas Floods

The proclamation seeks to unite Texans in prayer for those affected by flash floods that killed at least 43 people across Central Texas.

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Overview

  • At least 43 people, including 15 children, have died in the flash flooding and several others remain unaccounted for.
  • More than 850 residents have been rescued since torrential rains triggered floods on July 4.
  • Heavy rainfall first swamped Kerr County before inundating parts of Travis, Williamson and Burnet counties.
  • Search and rescue teams continue operations in rural Hill Country areas to locate missing individuals.
  • Governor Abbott’s Day of Prayer is intended to support recovery efforts and honor the work of frontline responders.