San Antonio Zoo deploys disaster response unit to help animals displaced in Texas Hill Country floods

“This deployment is personal to and for Texans,” said San Antonio Zoo President and CEO Tim Morrow. SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Zoo is stepping up to help after the deadly Fourth of July floods that devastated the Texas Hill Country. The zoo said it has deployed its Disaster Response, Rescue and Recovery Team—a … Read more

Flood Watch in effect through Sunday evening for parts of South-Central Texas | Weather Impact Alert

The National Weather Service warns of potential flash floods due to expected heavy rain across the Hill Country and I-35 corridor this weekend. SAN ANTONIO — As search and recovery efforts continue a week following the deadly Fourth of July floods, the National Weather Service warns of isolated flash floods due to the possibility of … Read more

Texas NBA teams join up to support flood relief efforts

“The design features a bold ‘Texas Strong’ script set within a rope outline of the state–a heartfelt nod to Camp Mystic’s iconic logo,” the website reads. HOUSTON — The Houston Rockets, Dallas Mavericks and San Antonio Spurs are teaming up to provide support for flood relief efforts in Central Texas. “Together, we are Texas Strong,” … Read more

Boerne business creates ‘Hill Country Strong’ signs, raises $30 million in donations for flood victims

All they are asking are donations to the Texas Hill County Community Fund to aid in the flood relief. BOERNE, Texas — Want to show your support for the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund? Hill Country Strong yard signs are available thanks to the incredible generosity of a Boerne business owner. Signarama and the Mattingly … Read more

‘There will be people that will never be recovered’ | Deputy discusses exhaustive search efforts and reality that some may never find closure

“You’ll never find them. I’ve already talked to ranchers about what to look for in their areas that were flooded… long term,” he said. It’s been one week since search-and-rescue efforts began in Kerr County after the devasting Fourth of July floods. Those efforts have since transitioned into a search-and-recover mission. One man whose job … Read more

FEMA removed dozens of Camp Mystic buildings from 100-year flood map before expansion, records show

Camp Mystic lost at least 27 campers and counselors and longtime owner Dick Eastland when historic floodwaters tore through its property before dawn on July 4. 🙏 WASHINGTON — Federal regulators repeatedly granted appeals to remove Camp Mystic’s buildings from their 100-year flood map, loosening oversight as the camp operated and expanded in a dangerous … Read more

Another Camp Mystic camper from Austin identified; Williamson County extends disaster declaration

More than a dozen people have died in the Austin area as a result of the Fourth of July weekend flooding. AUSTIN, Texas — Widespread flooding across Central Texas has devastated local communities, with residents now left surveying damage and mourning loved ones.  Here’s the latest information on local victims, available resources and more, as … Read more