From Daily Mail: A deadly flash flood has left at least six people dead and thousands fleeing for their lives after the Guadalupe River burst, engulfing several Texas cities.
The Guadalupe River rapidly rose overnight, breaking its banks and overtaking the small, rural towns of Kerrville, Hunt and Seguin.
At least one family is missing after their entire Kerrville home was swept away by the raging storm.
Here is TIME-LAPSE video of the rapid flooding of the Guadalupe River in Kerrville.
This video shows the gazebo going underwater and has likely been swept away by the floodwaters. https://t.co/gSAUCWsm3z pic.twitter.com/osBDTIoxPN
— News 4 San Antonio (@News4SA) July 4, 2025
KRPC reporter Gage Goulding, wrote on X “Multiple people are dead after catastrophic flash flooding in Central Texas. The Guadalupe River crested its banks in the middle of the night and is inundating small, rural communities.”
Goulding Reported that Kerrville, Center Point, Ingram, Comfort and “others” were also affected.
🚨 Multiple people are dead after catastrophic flash flooding in Central Texas. The Guadalupe River crested its banks in the middle of the night and is inundating small, rural communities.
Areas include Kerrville, Center Point, Ingram, Comfort and others. @KPRC2 pic.twitter.com/ex1TDONZ5t
— Gage Goulding – KPRC 2 (@GageGoulding) July 4, 2025
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), a flash flood emergency has been issued for all of Kerr County. Locals living along the river are being evacuated, with authorities saying the situation is potentially “life-threatening” as residents are urged to “seek higher ground immediately.”
An RV park in Ingram was swept downstream by floods while families were still at home, a law enforcement source told KEYE-TV.
Widespread rain, some heavy, continues across the Hill Country. A Flash Flood Emergency is ongoing for south-central Kerr County, including the Guadalupe River. Move to higher ground if you are along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County! Otherwise avoid travel through the county. pic.twitter.com/XVc9nYkHy3
— NWS Austin/San Antonio (@NWSSanAntonio) July 4, 2025
On Friday morning, the Kerr County Sheriff’s Office issued a warning to residents and confirmed fatalities, but the exact number of victims has not been disclosed. Identities are withheld until family members are notified.
Kerr County Judge Rob Kelly informed KVUE and Austin Statesman reporter Tony Plohetski that at least six deaths have been recorded in Kerr County.
According to Kelly, multiple individuals, including RV and camper occupants, have been rescued along the river.
Kerr County Sheriff Larry L. Leitha said in a statement that all of Kerr County is considered to be an “extremely active scene” and that residents “are encouraged to shelter in place and not attempt travel. Those near creeks, streams, and the Guadalupe River should immediately move to higher ground.”
The Kerr County Sheriff is reporting fatalities from the major flood in Kerrville this morning. Details withheld until next of kin is notified. Authorities are still warning those close to the river to take higher ground/ discouraging travel. pic.twitter.com/U17rCifPyc
— Matt Stringer (@WestTxStringer) July 4, 2025
The Kerr County Sheriff’s Office said there are several missing people due to the major flooding this morning. Here’s what you can do if your loved one is missing.
GIRLS-ONLY CAMP ALONG GUADALUPE RIVER IN KERR COUNTY EVACUATED: https://t.co/BDPHfeoflL pic.twitter.com/isTgOm7jEU
— KSAT 12 (@ksatnews) July 4, 2025
The Kerr County Sheriff’s Office says flash flooding in Kerr County is “catastrophic” and County Judge Rob Kelly confirms at least six deaths. Kendall County is also experiencing heavy flooding. A girls camp near Kerrville was evacuated overnight. At least 12” of rain has fallen. pic.twitter.com/kLZYGgxxNg
— Houston City Beat (@houstoncitybeat) July 4, 2025
FLASH FLOOD EMERGENCY for Texas Hill Country – Kerrville • Comfort
Heavy overnight storms dumped 5–10 inches of rain in southern Kerr County, pushing the Guadalupe River near Hunt to the second-highest level on record, outpacing the 1987 flood and moving a dangerous flood wave… pic.twitter.com/CfqRJkdFp9
— The Texas Examiner (@TexasExaminer) July 4, 2025
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