what happened in kerrville texas

In Kerrville, Texas, a catastrophic flood disaster occurred in early July 2025, caused by heavy rainfall that led to the Guadalupe River rising rapidly—over 20 feet in an hour. This flash flooding resulted in massive destruction, with homes swept away, extensive flood damage, and led to at least 129 deaths and over 170 people reported missing. The flood caught many residents off guard during the early morning hours of July 4, including campers at Camp Mystic, where 27 individuals died. Rescue efforts were overwhelmed as the waters rose faster than expected, with many people stranded on rooftops awaiting help. Following the floods, Kerrville declared a water supply emergency, and recovery efforts including federal assistance and debris management plans are underway. The disaster has deeply impacted the community, with emergency declarations and ongoing aid efforts continuing into September 2025.