According to American media reports, among the deceased are 15 children, while 27 young girls remain missing as rescue efforts continue.

The deluge has submerged entire neighborhoods, with water levels reaching several feet. Homes and vehicles have been inundated, and fallen trees have blocked roads, further complicating rescue and relief operations.

According to U.S. media, authorities reported that 20 to 26 feet of water accumulated within just 90 minutes, causing widespread destruction. Emergency services have so far rescued 850 individuals by helicopter from affected regions.

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Officials have warned of further rainfall and potential river flooding in the coming days. Meteorologists and environmental experts have linked the extreme weather patterns to ongoing climate change.

In response to the disaster, Texas Governor Greg Abbott has extended the state of emergency to multiple counties. He has also appealed to President Donald Trump for additional federal assistance to support ongoing rescue and recovery efforts.

The authorities are coming under growing criticism over whether sufficient warnings were given and proper precautions were made for camps and residents in areas historically subject to flooding.

It is pertinent to note that the picturesque Guadalupe River hills of central Texas, where there are century-old youth camps and campgrounds, have long been a favorite destination for family swimming and outdoor recreation—particularly around the July Fourth holiday. The temporary surge of visitors is now making it increasingly difficult to ascertain the actual number of persons still missing.