Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:50am on 08 Jul 2025,Tuesday Weather & Environment
The death toll from flash floods in central Texas has surpassed 100, with dozens still missing. Kerr County alone reported 84 deaths, including 28 children. Among the worst-hit was Camp Mystic, where 27 girls and staff died, and 11 remain unaccounted for. Camp co-owner Richard Eastland, 70, died trying to rescue children. The disaster struck on July 4 following heavy overnight storms. Criticism arose over past US government budget cuts to weather services, though officials insist early warnings were issued. More rain is forecast, complicating rescue operations. Calls for flood sirens in Kerr County have intensified after the tragedy. (PC: BBC)
