Texas floods cause deaths and widespread rescues in Hill Country

At least two people have died and over 200 rescues have been conducted as catastrophic flooding ravages the Texas Hill Country, with the Guadalupe River reaching record levels. The National Weather Service warned of a 'large and deadly flood wave' moving downstream.

Deaths and rescues

Governor Greg Abbott confirmed two deaths: a man swept away in an RV and a woman trapped in her car. More than 80 rescues were reported by midday Thursday, with Black Hawk helicopters and boats deployed. In Uvalde, all roads into the city were cut off, and emergency crews worked overnight Source: AP News. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department rescued over 40 people in Uvalde County alone Source: AP News.

Comparison to 2025 disaster

This flooding strikes just a year after the Camp Mystic tragedy that killed over 130 people, including 25 children and two counselors. The Guadalupe River, which was the site of that disaster, again rose dangerously—near Comfort, it swelled from 5.46 feet to 37.05 feet in three hours Source: NPR. The NWS warned that crest levels could match those of July 2025 Source: BBC.

Response and ongoing threat

Abbott issued disaster declarations for 59 counties. Rainfall totals of up to 20 inches were recorded in some areas, and more rain is expected. Residents are urged to stay off roads and seek higher ground Source: Guardian.