Floods in Texas Hill Country
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Jeff and Amber Wilson lost their lives in the flooding. As of Wednesday, July 9, their son, Shiloh, remains missing. According to a fundraising page set up by family, Jeff, Amber and Shiloh were in the Kerville area for a rodeo with Shiloh, who was described as a "young, spirited competitor." Jeff Wilson was a teacher in the Humble ISD.
This flood was the first time Comfort’s new siren system was activated. The county upgraded these emergency alerts back in 2024. Kendall County informed us that this cost roughly $70,000. A nonprofit paid $60,000 and Bandera Electric donated the poles.
Scorching heat and blazing sun will challenge recovery efforts in Texas’ flood-ravaged Hill Country as the region settles into a more typical July weather pattern.
"Let's put an end to the conspiracy theories and stop blaming others," Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller said in a statement.
A Sulphur Springs couple camping on the banks of the Guadalupe River are among the victims of the Hill Country floods that claimed over 100 lives on the Fourth of July.
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First responders and volunteers continue to search for missing loved ones after the devastating Hill Country floods.
Walston drove from his home to the Center Point Bridge on FM 480 near Highway 27, where he shot video of the river below. He recorded nearly 38 minutes of surging water as it rose over 20 feet, carrying massive cypress trees, debris and even a house.
The Federal Aviation Administration issued a temporary flight restriction over counties in Texas Hill Country where search operations are taking place following the July 4 catastrophic floods. The notice prohibits unauthorized aircraft and drones from operating in the area, according to a news release.