Texas flooding death toll surpasses 100
The death toll from the flash floods in Texas surpassed 100 on Monday as officials in the state continue search and rescue efforts.
At least 104 people have died from the floods that began last week in Texas’s Hill Country. The Kerr County Sheriff’s Office said Monday afternoon that rescuers have recovered 84 deceased people: 56 adults and 28 children.
The officials are still working to identify 22 adults and 10 children.
“We’re asking private boat owners to stay off the Guadalupe River and its tributaries at this time to allow search and rescue teams to operate without interference,” the sheriff’s office said.
The deadly floods, which ravaged the region about an hour drive northwest of San Antonio, killed at least 27 campers and counselors from Camp Mystic, an all-girls summer Christian camp.
“Our hearts are broken alongside our families that are enduring this unimaginable tragedy. We are praying for them constantly,” the camp said in a statement. “We have been in communication with local and state authorities who are tirelessly deploying extensive resources to search for our missing girls.”
The floods have taken place alongside the Guadalupe River. Texas towns such as Kerrville, Ingram and Hunt were hit with torrential rain, leading to flash floods.
President Trump signed a disaster declaration Sunday, directing federal assistance to the Lone Star State. Trump also told reporters Monday that he plans to visit Texas later this week but did not provide more details.
“That was a terrible event, terrible event,” the president said Monday. “Texas was just absolutely, so badly hurt by something that was a big surprise late in the evening.”
Many lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have expressed their condolences and support as details of the floods have come out.
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