AUSTIN (KXAN) — Search and rescue efforts continue Sunday after destructive flash flooding in Central Texas. At least 79 people are confirmed dead in the state, and dozens others are still missing.
Here are the top headlines:
- Flash Flood Warnings are currently in effect for northwestern Lampasas County until 4:45 p.m., northwestern San Saba County until 5:45 p.m., eastern Burnet, northwestern Travis and western Williamson counties until 6 p.m., southwestern Gillespie and eastern Kerr counties until 6:30 p.m. and central Kerr County until 7:30 p.m.
- At least 79 flood-related deaths have been confirmed across Texas after “catastrophic” flash flooding: 68 in Kerr County, four in Travis County, three in Burnet County, two in Kendall County, one in Tom Green County and one in Williamson County.
- Four deaths have been confirmed and 11-13 people are missing in Travis County, according to County Judge Andy Brown. A fifth death occurred from a “weather-related” car crash.
- Three deaths have also been confirmed in Burnet County. Crews there are currently searching for five others, including Marble Falls Area VFD Chief Michael Phillips, who was swept away in flood waters.
- One death has been confirmed in Williamson County and two others are missing there. More than 100 people have been displaced in the county.
- At least 68 people are confirmed dead in Kerr County, including 28 children. Another 11 people are still missing. Families have identified some of the victims from Camp Mystic.
- A boil water notice has been issued for some neighborhoods in Georgetown due to a water main break.
- A watercraft ban is in effect on all City of Austin waterways until noon Monday, including Lady Bird Lake and Lake Austin.
- More than 100 low water crossings remain closed across the area, including FM 1431 near Lago Vista, where the road was partially washed out.
- Gov. Abbott called the damage “nothing more than extraordinary devastation.” He said crews will be “relentless in going after every single person that has been a victim in this event,” adding that operations are continuing day and night.
- Why were flash floods across Central Texas so catastrophic? Read Meteorologist Freddy Vela’s weather blog post.
- Saturday’s live blog: Updates as Flash Flood Emergencies continued.
LATEST UPDATES
4:19 p.m.: Here’s the full press conference with Kerr County leaders:
4:04 p.m.: Here’s the full press conference with state leaders, including Gov. Abbott:
4:01 p.m.: A new Flash Flood Warning has been issued for central Kerr County until 7:30 p.m. The National Weather Service says the damage threat is “considerable.”
3:53 p.m.: Kerrville City Manager Dalton Rice said, “There will be a full review of this so we can make sure we focus on future preparedness,” when asked about sirens and alerts.
3:52 p.m.: Kerr County Sheriff Leitha said “all campers are out and safe.”
3:49 p.m.: Kerrville Mayor Joe Herring Jr. said H-E-B is setting up a mobile kitchen in Ingram. Kerrville has also set up a partnership with the local Salvation Army.
3:48 p.m.: “Our entire focus is on the search and reunification efforts for those that remain unaccounted for,” Kerrville City Manager Dalton Rice said. “Nothing is more important than bringing comfort and clarity to those that are grieving.”
3:45 p.m.: The death toll in Kerr County has increased to 68, including 28 children, according to Sheriff Larry Leitha. Ten Camp Mystic campers and one counselor remain unaccounted for. Crews are still trying to identify some of the victims, including 18 adults and 10 children.
3:43 p.m.: Here’s a look at where Flash Flood Warnings are currently in effect:
3:30 p.m.: A fifth weather-related death has been confirmed in Travis County. Judge Andy Brown told KXAN’s Grace Reader the death was a car crash on Old San Antonio Road in southern Travis County that was “weather-related.” The four other previously-reported deaths were flood-related.
3:22 p.m.: “We need to evaluate what [the camps] know, how they respond, what they need,” Gov. Abbott said in response to a question from KXAN’s Kelly Wiley about the lack of sirens at camps along the Guadalupe River. Abbott also said disaster response will be something addressed in an upcoming special session of the Texas Legislature.
3:17 p.m.: A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for southwestern Gillespie and eastern Kerr counties until 6:30 p.m. The National Weather Service says the damage threat is “considerable.”
3:11 p.m.: Texas Division of Emergency Management Chief Nim Kidd said crews are evacuating parts of the river in Kerr County because there are “unconfirmed reports” of a “wall of water” moving down the river after additional rainfall. DPS personnel are in aircraft trying to locate the wall of water.
3:09 p.m.: More than 350,000 acre feet of water have been added to the Highland Lakes, according to the Lower Colorado River Authority.
3:08 p.m.: The Flash Flood Warning in northwestern Lampasas County has been extended until 4:45 p.m.
3:05 p.m.: Federal agents from the DEA, FBI and Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) are currently embedded with search crews in Kerr County, Martin said.
3:04 p.m.: Victim Services personnel are in Kerr County working with families, but also with search crews, Texas DPS Director Freeman Martin said.
3:03 p.m.: A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for eastern Burnet, northwestern Travis and western Williamson counties until 6 p.m. The National Weather Service says the damage threat is “considerable.”
3:03 p.m.: About 230 Texas Department of Public Safety personnel are currently assigned to Kerr County, according to Freeman Martin, director of Texas DPS. Among those are 18 tactical marine units with boats.
2:57 p.m.: Gov. Abbott said several governors have reached out to his office to offer support, including the governors of Arkansas, Iowa, Louisiana, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee and Virginia.
2:55 p.m.: Gov. Abbott said crews are starting to work on the debris removal process.
2:53 p.m.: Gov. Abbott said at least 41 people are currently missing across Texas. “We will maintain our ongoing search throughout the entire river system to find anyone who may be missing,” Abbott said.
2:38 p.m.: A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for northwestern San Saba County until 5:45 p.m. The National Weather Service says the damage threat is “considerable.”
2:30 p.m.: KXAN has created an interactive map showing where deaths have been confirmed across Texas.
2:06 p.m.: The Lower Colorado River Authority is reminding people to stay off the Highland Lakes over the next few days because of flood debris, fast-moving currents and potentially-high bacteria levels.
Lake Buchanan has risen more than 7′ and is expected to rise another 5-6′. Lake Travis has risen more than 18′ and is expected to rise another 2-3′
No floodgate operations are underway at this time, but the LCRA said that could change later in the day.
1:55 p.m.: Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz also released statements:
“The Kerrville community has endured unimaginable devastation, and I thank President Trump for swiftly approving this disaster declaration to ensure every available resource is being utilized in rescue and recovery efforts. Being a Texan doesn’t just describe where you’re from, it describes who your family is, and even in the darkest times, Texans come together to serve one another in a powerful way. As a lifelong Texan and a father of two, my heart breaks for the families who have lost loved ones in this tragedy, and I encourage all Texans and Americans to pray for our state and for the safe return of those who are still missing,” Cornyn said.
“The flooding we are seeing in Central Texas is absolutely devastating. Heidi and I send our heartfelt condolences to all those who have been directly impacted by this natural disaster. We thank President Trump for quickly approving Governor Abbott’s disaster declaration, and Secretary Noem for being on the ground and sending additional personnel to support Texans. We urge everyone to heed the warnings from local officials and stay out of harm’s way. We are immensely grateful to the first responders—both in Texas and from across the country—who are risking their own safety to rescue those in need. As Texans, we must remain united in spirit and grit, and support our neighbors as we always do best,” Cruz said.
1:36 p.m. Gov. Abbott released a statement after President Trump earlier approved a disaster declaration:
“President Trump stands strong with Texas in our time of need, and I thank him for swiftly approving Texas’ disaster declaration request. This federal support will ensure local officials, emergency management personnel and first responders have the critical resources they need to help Texans rebuild and recover from these devastating floods. Our hearts continue to grieve for our fellow Texans who have endured unspeakable loss. We continue to work around the clock with our federal and local partners to search for those still missing and to help impacted Texans move forward.”
1:05 p.m.: Five people remain missing in Burnet County, Chief Deputy Alan Trevino with the Burnet County Sheriff’s Office said. Four of those are in the Marble Falls area, while one is in the Hamilton Creek area in Burnet. Marble Falls Area VFD Chief Michael Phillips remains missing at this time.
Three deaths have been confirmed in the county. Trevino identified one of them as Preston Prince, whose car washed off the road at SH 281 and Park Road 4. His vehicle was later recovered about 100 yards from the road. Officials have not released the identities of the other victims.
A total of 63 people were rescued across the county, some from trees and rooftops. Crews used helicopters and boats in rescue operations. The county is now moving into a recovery phase.
12:59 p.m.: UFCU says all Greater Austin area branches will accept flood-related relief supplies Monday. The following items are most needed:
- Food and water: non-perishable food items, including canned goods, energy bars and dried fruit.
- First Aid & Hygiene: first-aid kits, medications, hand sanitizer, soap, toilet paper, and other personal hygiene items.
- Baby Supplies: baby food, formula, bottles, diapers and wipes.
- Pet Supplies: food water, bowls, leashes.
- Clothing & Bedding: clean socks, underwear and changes of clothes.
- Lighting & Communications: flashlights, extra batteries, battery-powered or hand-crank radios.
- Cleaning Supplies: mops, rags, buckets, cleaning solutions and garbage bags.
- Other: manual can openers, face masks and plastic tarps.
12:51 p.m.: Former President George W. Bush released a statement on the flooding:
“On this day of prayer, Laura and I are holding up our fellow Texans who are hurting. We are heartbroken by the loss of life and the agony so many are feeling. Those who have lost their precious children are facing a grief no parents should ever know. We are grateful to the first responders and volunteers who are working to find the missing and comfort the grieving at Camp Mystic and along the Guadalupe. We know our words cannot help, but we believe the prayers of so many Americans will.”
12:31 p.m.: Families have identified some of the victims of the flood at Camp Mystic in Kerr County.
Austinite Michael McCown posted on Instagram that his daughter, Linnie, did not survive the flood at Mystic Camp. The family of camper Lila Bonner also confirmed to KXAN that she was among those killed in the flooding.
12:20 p.m.: This map shows where flood-related fatalities have been confirmed in Texas:
12:07 p.m.: A Flash Flood Warning has been issued for northwestern Lampasas County until 3:15 p.m.
12:05 p.m.: Gov. Greg Abbott will hold a press conference at 2:30 p.m. to provide the latest information on the state’s response to the flooding.
11:57 a.m.: An additional death has been confirmed in Kendall County, bringing the statewide total to at least 71.
11:54 a.m.: President Donald Trump has approved a major disaster declaration in Texas in response to the flooding. The action makes federal funding available to affected people in Kerr County. Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, as well as low-cost loans to cover uninsured property loss.
Claims can be filed by registering online at DisasterAssistance.gov, calling 1-800-621-3362 or by using the FEMA app.
11:39 a.m.: Here’s the full press conference from Williamson County officials:
11:34 a.m.: KXAN’s Grace Reader spoke with a woman who was swept away in the floods in Leander with her daughter and dad. The three clung to a tree for about two hours before being rescued.
11:28 a.m.: Burnet County crews found the body of a missing person from the Park Road 4 and US 281 area. Three people have been killed in the county, with six others still missing.
“There are no more search operations in that area,” the sheriff’s office said.
11:27 a.m.: Here’s the full press conference from Kerr County officials:
11:25 a.m.: Here’s the full press conference from Travis County officials:
11:20 a.m.: Austin Wildlife Rescue told KXAN’s Kevin Baskar they received about 50 animals.
“While wildlife is adapted to handle life out in the wild, unprecedented or unusual weather impacts our native wildlife very much,” Executive Director Jules Maron said. “Right now is baby season for many of our wild neighbors. Wildlife that makes their nests on the ground or in dens is heavily impacted by storms.”
Maron said they have received baby skunks, rabbits, a killdeer and a blue jay, as well as a baby fox that was found washed out of a storm drain. X-rays confirmed the fox had a fractured femur, which will require orthopedic surgery last week.
11:15 a.m.: Here are the highest 72-hour rainfall totals in each county as of 9 a.m., from the National Weather Service:
- Bastrop County: 4.51″ in Rocky Hill
- Blanco County: 6.85″ about 4 miles south of Spicewood
- Burnet County: 20.92″ about 8 miles south-southwest of Bertram
- Caldwell County: 4.77″ about 4.3 miles east-northeast of Lockhart
- Fayette County: 3.97″ about 5.6 miles south of Smithville
- Gillespie County: 7.28″ about 8.6 miles southeast of Harper
- Hays County: 5.99″ in Dripping Springs
- Lee County: 2.84″ about 3 miles west-southwest of Giddings
- Llano County: 9.62″ about 14 miles west-northwest of Llano
- Travis County: 18.5″ about 14 miles east-southeast of Marble Falls
- Williamson County: 20.55″ in Liberty Hill
11:09 a.m.: Judge Snell said 29 roads remain closed across Williamson County at this time.
11:06 a.m.: One death has been confirmed in Williamson County, Deputies found a body trapped under a partially-submerged vehicle near County Road 284, Sheriff Lindemann said.
11:04 a.m.: Williamson County Sheriff Matt Lindemann said the county had sent water rescue crews to Kerr County, but had to recall them due to flash flooding in Williamson County.
11:02 a.m.: Williamson County Judge Steven Snell said two people are still missing in their county. Ten rescues on Saturday helped save 27 people from rising floodwater.
11:00 a.m.: The Texas Division of Emergency Management is asking anyone with damage to please report it on their website: damages.tdem.texas.gov
10:58 a.m.: Judge Andy Brown said about 50 people were rescued overall, including by boat.
10:53 a.m.: Travis County Judge Andy Brown said 11-13 people possibly remain missing in the county, but the number is unconfirmed.
10:51 a.m.: Austin-Travis County EMS Chief Robert Luckritz said 25 people were rescued during the flooding in Travis County, four of which were taken to hospitals with non-life threatening injuries. ATCEMS deployed two boat teams and others assets around the county, as well as sending some assets to Kerr County and Burnet County to help there.
10:47 a.m.: Travis County Sheriff Sally Hernandez said the county’s 911 call center experienced a surge in calls early Saturday morning. By 1 a.m., TCSO had received 49 flood-related calls. That spiked to 112 by 3 a.m.
10:45 a.m.: Photos from KXAN’s Grace Reader show the extent of damage in Leander.
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Flood damage in Leander, Texas, on July 6, 2025. (KXAN Photo/Grace Reader) -
Flood damage in Leander, Texas, on July 6, 2025. (KXAN Photo/Grace Reader) -
Flood damage in Leander, Texas, on July 6, 2025. (KXAN Photo/Grace Reader) -
Flood damage in Leander, Texas, on July 6, 2025. (KXAN Photo/Grace Reader) -
Flood damage in Leander, Texas, on July 6, 2025. (KXAN Photo/Grace Reader)
10:36 a.m.: Travis County experienced “an extremely deadly and destructive flood event” over the past 48 hours, County Judge Andy Brown said.
10:18 a.m.: Kerr County officials have set up a phone line for volunteers and those wanting to make donations: 830-465-4794.
10:12 a.m.: Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha confirms 59 people have been killed in the county, including 21 children. Eleven Camp Mystic campers and one camp counselor remain unaccounted for.
10:00 am.: As of now, there are still 128 low water crossings closed across Central Texas, according to ATXFloods.com.
9:30 a.m.: Burnet County Sheriff’s Office says there are seven people still missing in the county, including Marble Falls Area Volunteer Fire Department Chief Michael Phillips. Three people are confirmed dead in Burnet County.
8:32 a.m.: KXAN’s Grace Reader said Travis County Fire Rescue would focus on the Sandy Creek area and would be “primarily looking for human remains.” As of the latest update, the death count in Travis County remains at four.
8:24 a.m.: ATXfloods: River Hills Road near Cuernavaca Drive in west Austin has been reopened.
8:00 a.m.: KXAN’s Dylan McKim and Barrett Tryon reported live from scenes in Central Texas to provide details about flood impacts and responses. Use the video player below to listen.
7:41 a.m.: Williamson County Office of Emergency Management: A Flash Flood Watch is in effect until 7 p.m. Sunday night for Williamson County.
6:25 a.m.:
5:47 a.m.: Burnet County Captain Mike Sorenson: “We now have three confirmed dead and no word on the fire chief yet. We are resuming the search today for the chief. The army will assist in search and recovery today.”
5:07 a.m.: NWS: “Isolated showers continue across portions of the Hill Country & U.S. 90 corridor west of San Antonio. Moderate to brief heavy rainfall is occurring with some of these showers. Isolated showers will continue through the morning hours across this region. A Flood Watch is in effect.”
2:40 a.m.: NWS: “Isolated showers are developing across portions of the Hill Country. Moderate to brief heavy rainfall is occurring with some of these showers. Shower activity may increase through the remainder of the overnight hours across this region. A Flood Watch is in effect.”
1:36 a.m.: NWS: “Showers are re-developing southeast of Fredericksburg and are producing moderate rainfall of 1/2 to 1 inch. This activity is drifting slowly southwest.”
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