Floods in Texas Hill Country
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Death toll from Texas flood hits triple-digits
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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.
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.
Many Texans are facing unimaginable loss in Kerr County and around the state. Being there for your neighbors is one way to make someone feel less alone.
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.
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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.
At least 120 people are now confirmed dead from the catastrophic flooding in the Texas Hill Country on the 4th of July. Some families are scouring the river themselves, looking for any signs of their missing loved ones.
A hot-water pool, shown in this rendering, will be part of the resort’s hydrotherapy experience.(Courtesy Waldorf Astoria Texas Hill Country) This rendering shows the exterior of one of the planned villas.
"Let's put an end to the conspiracy theories and stop blaming others," Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller said in a statement.