A devastating river flood in Texas has claimed at least 13 lives, with 20 children missing after the Guadalupe River overflowed due to unprecedented rainfall. The National Guard has been deployed in response, and authorities are working to evacuate and rescue campers from the overwhelmed Camp Mystic, which is being evacuated by helicopter. Local officials confirmed that the flood has caused widespread disruption, including power outages and the closure of local funeral homes, while emergency shelters and relief efforts are being coordinated.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced the state is mobilizing all available resources, including water rescue teams, shelters, and the National Guard, to prioritize saving lives. The incident has also prompted lawmakers and public figures to express concern, including Senator Ted Cruz, who has urged prayers for the affected community. Authorities have urged parents to avoid driving to the area due to impassable roads, with plans to transport children to reunification centers once conditions improve.
In the wake of the disaster, local authorities have activated emergency shelters, and the Red Cross is assisting. Meanwhile, news of the tragedy has also highlighted broader concerns about climate change, with reports from Nigeria suggesting similar flood-related challenges are emerging in other parts of the world.