July 6, 2025

Catastrophic Flooding in Central Texas Claims 43 Lives

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Central Texas is reeling from a devastating flooding incident, resulting in 43 confirmed deaths, including 15 children. Emergency responders are actively searching for missing individuals, with many roads rendered impassable. Authorities have declared a disaster and set up shelters for those displaced. As heavy rains continue, flash flood warnings remain in effect, prompting immediate evacuations in affected areas. The community comes together as rescue teams work tirelessly to assist those in need during this ongoing crisis.

Round Rock, Texas — A catastrophic flooding event in Central Texas has resulted in a death toll of 43 individuals, including 15 children, as emergency response efforts continue. Flash flood warnings are still in effect following a staggering accumulation of over a foot of rain that fell overnight across the region.

Respresentatives from Travis and Burnet counties report fatalities in both areas, with two confirmed dead in Travis County and two in Burnet County. In addition, several other individuals remain missing, including a teenager who is believed to have been swept away near Cow Creek.

Travis County Judge Andy Brown has issued a disaster declaration to facilitate the overall response to the flooding crisis. Emergency personnel are actively assisting affected communities, particularly in the Cow Creek region, where search and rescue operations are ongoing. The Travis County STAR Flight has been placed on standby to provide potential aerial support.

In terms of immediate impact, roads have suffered severe damage, rendering many impassable. Notably, the low water crossing at N. Lee Street in Round Rock is closed due to hazardous flooding conditions. FM 1431, a vital roadway linking Lago Vista and Marble Falls, has also incurred major damage. Lago Vista roads have seen troubling destruction due to swollen floodwaters.

Authorities in Williamson County have echoed similar responses, with Judge Steven Snell enacting a local disaster declaration and activating the Emergency Operations Center. Evacuations have taken place in western Williamson County, particularly affecting mobile home parks, as swift water rescue teams conduct up to 25 rescues from homes, aided by the rescue of 16 individuals from Hope House in Liberty Hill.

To support those displaced by flooding, a temporary shelter has been established at Cross Tracks Church in Liberty Hill. The City of Austin has reacted by banning all uses of city waterways until July 7 to mitigate risks from the ongoing heavy rainfall. Similarly, swift water rescue teams have been deployed across affected areas, with multifaceted operations occurring in Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Georgetown.

Amidst this turmoil, the National Weather Service has issued a new flash flood warning, extended until 2 PM for several areas, including Round Rock, Cedar Park, and Georgetown. Liberty Hill and Leander have been declared under a flash flood emergency, prompting local law enforcement in Georgetown to urge immediate evacuations for residents in Two Rivers, San Gabriel, and Waters Edge apartments.

City officials have established shelters at Georgetown Recreation Center and First United Methodist Church to provide assistance to evacuees. San Gabriel and Blue Hole parks have also been closed due to flood threats in the San Gabriel River. Additionally, Leander city authorities have closed all parks and trails until further notice as precautionary measures against severe flooding.

Flash flood warnings have been issued in Burnet County as well, affecting multiple communities and prompting authorities to caution against driving into flooded areas due to hazardous and unpredictable conditions. Access to the Comal River has been shut down following adverse river conditions resulting from the heavy rains.

In Kerrville, city officials reported that as of July 5, at least four individuals have been confirmed dead, with a dozen still unaccounted for following the flooding. A Reunification Intake Line has been introduced for parents of missing campers, with local officials advising them against self-deploying to affected areas.

As search and rescue teams diligently continue their operations throughout the impacted regions, local authorities are urging residents to remain vigilant and heed safety warnings during this ongoing emergency. The situation remains fluid, with efforts focused on locating missing individuals and providing critical care to those in need.

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