Flash Flood Warning issued for Gillespie, Kerr Counties
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At least 161 are still unaccounted for after the July Fourth floods that saw the waters of the Guadalupe rise to historic levels in Central Texas, officials with Kerr County said Friday. Authorities have confirmed 103 deaths, 36 of whom are children.
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Eight days after devastating flash floods swept through Central Texas, the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country announced Thursday it has raised more than $30 million through the Kerr
The Houston Texans were the first to announce their donations on Saturday, July 5, with more coming throughout the week. The Dallas Cowboys and the NFL Foundation joined the Texans on Sunday, July 6, with each contributing $500,000 in a $1.5 million total donation.
Over 12,000 volunteers have already assisted in Kerr County, according to the Texas Division of Emergency Management.
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FOX 7 Austin on MSNTexas flooding: $30M-plus raised through Kerr County Flood Relief Fund; $5M to be distributed todayMore than $30 million has been raised through the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, with $5 million being distributed Friday, says the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country.
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Meals for first responders and families are being prepared. Vital supplies such as fresh water and first-aid items are being collected. And several San Antonio restaurants are donating a portion of their sales to assist.
Businesses and organizations are stepping up to provide aid to Texans after flash flooding over the holiday weekend claimed more than 80 lives in the Austin area and Hill Country.
Eight days after devastating flash floods swept through Central Texas, the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country announced Thursday it has raised more than $30 million through the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund and distributed $5 million in initial grants to support recovery efforts.
Texas quarterback Arch Manning is helping those impacted by the flash flooding in Central Texas by shining light on support organizations.