Catastrophic flooding on the Guadalupe River in Texas has resulted in the loss of 27 campers and counselors from Camp Mystic. The overall death toll from the disaster exceeds 80, concentrated primarily in Kerrville, where many of the victims were swept away by sudden torrents. As the Guadalupe River overflowed after heavy downpours, it wreaked havoc on the area, destroying homes and leaving many missing. The National Weather Service has warned of the potential for more flash floods as additional storms approach the region.
"Camp Mystic is grieving the loss of 27 campers and counselors following the catastrophic flooding on the Guadalupe River, the camp said in a statement. We have been in communication with local and state authorities who are tirelessly deploying extensive resources to search for our missing girls."
"Swollen by predawn torrential downpours, the Guadalupe River turned into a deadly torrent in less than an hour, cutting through the heart of the town of Kerrville."
"Most of the deaths from Friday's devastating flash floods were concentrated along Kerrville's riverfront where 68 people were killed including 28 children, Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha said."
"The National Weather Service (NWS) warned Sunday that slow-moving thunderstorms could unleash more flash floods on the already-soaked heart of Texas."
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