Flash floods in central Texas have resulted in at least 82 deaths, with the bulk of fatalities occurring in Kerr County, where 68 bodies have been accounted for, including 28 children from youth camps. Many questions from local officials arise regarding the lack of evacuation warnings for residents and campers. The National Weather Service had issued flood warnings days prior, upgrading the severity as the storm intensified. Recovery efforts are ongoing, and local communities are dealing with the aftermath of substantial destruction and loss.
At least 82 people have died in central Texas after a flash flood, with 68 confirmed deaths in Kerr County alone. Among those, 28 were children, particularly from youth camps on the Guadalupe River.
Local officials are under scrutiny for their failure to warn families and campers, leading to tragic fatalities. Residents reported not receiving alerts about impending flash floods despite severe weather warnings.
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