Deadly Texas Flood Claims Lives of More than a Hundred Citizens
On Friday, July 4th, 2025, the fatal flooding in central parts of Texas killed more than 104 people and caused many more to go missing, shattering the hopes of numerous citizens.
Before the Fourth of July, the National Weather Service Austin/San Antonio sent warnings to areas around central Texas regarding the possible flash floods. At the time, rain was turning into heavy rainfall, and because of the unique geographical landscape and several other weather issues, water started to accumulate in the Guadalupe River, eventually causing it to rise 20 feet above ground in just 2 hours. And even though warnings were sent throughout Texas, many didn’t think twice about it. So, alerts were unable to reach the people and camps in time, creating the deadly and destructive flood known worldwide.
Even though the flood hit many places in Texas, it affected Kerr County the most, accounting for at least 81 of 104 total deaths, including the lives of 28 young adults in Camp Mystic, located near the banks of the Guadalupe River. 750 girls and counselors had been playing games and having fun at an all-girls’ Christian summer camp before the flood started, and 27 lives were taken.
As the survivors revisited their camp, which is now completely destroyed, all dreams seemed to have been crushed. But thankfully, according to the New York Times, Governor Greg Abbot of Texas said they will not stop finding these missing people until everybody is found. Maybe there is still room for a little hope.
The damage was done, and people are starting to wonder: What should they do to prevent another flash flood as deadly as this one? And even though there are no ways to guarantee complete protection from these floods, staying alert when warnings are received is an effective way to safely arrive at shelter when floods happen. And becoming more educated in what to do when flash floods occur, or practicing with your community what to do if a flash flood does occur, will help reduce deaths and panic.
All in all, from this horrifying event, many have learned to understand the risks of flash floods, take alerts more seriously, and prepare for the unexpected to prevent such a deadly natural disaster from occurring again.
