The death toll from catastrophic floods in Texas reached at least 67 on Sunday (July 6), including 21 children. Work crews in Texas began the long task of removing piles of debris after historic flash floods. The floods struck after heavy rains early on July 4 triggered a sudden surge on the Guadalupe River. Water rushed through Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp for girls, in Kerr County. The storm caused widespread flooding elsewhere, including in Center Point, 55 miles northwest of San Antonio, Texas. President Trump on Sunday (July 6) signed a major disaster declaration for Kerr County, Texas. The declaration is “to ensure that our brave first responders immediately have the resources they need…” Trump posted on his Truth Social handle. At least 67 people have died and dozens remain missing in flooding after torrential rains.
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