Flash Flood hit the Texas Hill Country: Many dead, dozens of overnight rescued in Delus; Emergency ops

On Friday, several people have died in Texas after heavy rains with rescue teams using boats to save people trapped in rapidly growing water. The floods affected wildlife areas and riverfront areas near the campground.The Central Kerr County was particularly difficult to hit, with 10 inches (25 cm) of rain falling overnight within a few hours. The Gwadalup river was flowing due to a sudden decline, causing dangerous floods.Top elected officer Judge Rob Kelly at the county confirmed that there were fatal and said dozens of water were defended there. However, he refused to give an accurate number, saying that the authorities are still working to identify the victims.Kelly said in a press briefing, “Most of them, we don’t know who they are.” “One of them was completely naked, he had no ID on him. We are trying to identify these people, but we do not yet have.”Efforts are on to rescue and recovery to the authorities as the region is cautious for further rain.According to Kelly, the authorities carried out several rescue operations, as emergency services continued their efforts, some people are still missing.On Thursday afternoon, a flood watch was released, warning of potential heavy rainfall up to 7 inches (17 cm). By night, this alert was upgraded to flood warnings, affecting at least 30,000 people.When asked about the sudden flash flood overnight, Kelly admitted that there was no warning system in the place. “We didn’t know it was flooding,” he said, even local reporters told the first alert and questioned the lack of preparation.“Nobody expected the flood of this scale,” Kelly said. “We often experience floods, but it is the most dangerous river valley in the United States.”Texas Governor Greg Abbott stated that the State Hill Country is sending help to flood affected areas, including Kerville, Ingram and Hunt.He urged people to follow the instructions of the authorities and be updated with local weather forecasts to avoid driving through flooded roads.Abbott said in a statement, “I urge Texas to guide the state and local authorities and monitor local forecasts to avoid driving in flood areas.”Texas Hill Country, known for its sightseeing ideas, rocky terrain, vineyard barriers and holiday fare, is located in the west of the state capital and is a popular summer destination. However, some parts of the region are highly prone to flood floods.After the flood, dozens of people took to Facebook, sought information about their children, nephews, or relatives, who were participating in camps in the holiday weekend or were camping in the area.