KERR COUNTY, Texas — Authorities are continuing search and rescue operations for 20 missing girls and other individuals after flash flooding along the Guadalupe River killed 24 people on July 5, 2025.
The missing were attending Camp Mystic, a private Christian summer camp located along the river in the Hill Country region. Heavy rainfall on July 4 caused the Guadalupe River to rise rapidly, leading to destructive flash floods that swept through campgrounds and surrounding areas.
Multiple agencies, including the Texas Department of Public Safety and local emergency services, are involved in ongoing rescue efforts. Search teams have been working around the clock to locate those still unaccounted for.
Governor Greg Abbott has declared a state of emergency in the region, mobilizing state resources to assist local authorities. Emergency shelters have been established, and volunteers are providing aid to displaced residents.
The National Weather Service has forecast additional rainfall in the coming days, raising concerns about further flooding and complicating search operations. Residents have been urged to avoid travel in affected areas and follow all safety advisories.
Relief efforts are being supported by the Red Cross, which has set up assistance stations for survivors and families. Local hospitals remain on standby to receive flood-related injuries.
Officials have described the flooding as one of the most severe natural disasters to impact the region in recent memory. Restoration of damaged infrastructure, including power and road access, is ongoing.
Authorities continue to prioritize the search for missing individuals and the safety of affected communities.
