In the early morning hours of July 4, heavy rain fell (almost one foot of rain) in Texas Hill Country and caused the Guadalupe River to rise 26 meters in less than an hour.
The widespread flash flood (among the deadliest in state history) has so far demanded the lives of over 88 people and several animals, with many still missing.
One of the hardest affected areas was kerr County, including one Summer camp – Camp Mystic- for girls located on the banks of the river.
“I had the opportunity yesterday to visit Camp Mystic to see firsthand what happened there,” it says Texas Governor Greg Abbott. “It was nothing short of terrible.”
An intense search continues for the 11 girls missing as the families and society at least mourn 27 girls and advisers and many more residents killed by the floods.
Camp Mystic Posted on their website, “Our hearts are broken down with our families who endure this unimaginable tragedy. We are constantly praying for them. “
Kerr County Sheriff’s Office Posted, “Search and rescue operations continue with a full response from local, state and national first respondents. We have continued hundreds of officers, deputies and support staff who work all aspects of this emergency along with air, water, K9 and other assets that perform search and rescue. “
The Government Abbott shared the search and rescue teams saved over 850 people in the broken areas, with some found clinging to trees. They do everything they can to reunite families.
The Texas Municipal Police Association (TMPA) shared a photo showing the toll that the catastrophic loss assumes rescuers. They wrote, “When badges break. This powerful image says it all – even the strongest bears the weight. Seam Rescue and recovery efforts continue in the wake of Kerrville flooding, we ask you to continue to pray. For the families who provide inconceivable loss. For the first respondents pushing through heartache to continue. “
Houses have been washed away or flooded displaced exposed countless survivors and pets. Local animal shelves like Austin pets alive! And Kerrville Pets alive helps with pets rescue tasks, medical treatment and supplies for animals in need. The shelves have taken dozens of lost animals and are trying to reunite them with their owners.
They are desperately needed for supplies, funds and promote to help care for the rescued animals until they can be reunited with their families.
Kerrville Pets Alive shared that they honor the deceased pets they also find and wrote, “Each pet we find questions and will be remembered. Deceased pets from the flood are picked up and cremated if we are unable to find their owners. They won’t be left behind. “
Austin pets alive! Shared a heartbreaking story about a dog named Superman found in a pile of garbage that was once his home. Unfortunately, his owner perished in the flood and he was scared and hesitated to go with rescuers. They finally served his confidence and brought him to his extended family members.
The shelf shared, “His surviving family, who now grieves and after losing everything, does everything they can to stick to the last piece of their past left – Superman. But they can’t do it alone, so we got to work quickly to find their beloved pets a temporary fetus until they get back on their feet. “
How you can help
The animals continue to arrive with food and care. Our partner, greater good charities, collaborate with local organizations to provide help to people and pets in need. Join us in giving a helping hand by donating today.
From the delivery of critical supplies to supporting local animal gospillants, your donation can help save lives and bring relief to those who are affected. Now give to support flood -affected societies in Texas.