Officials have confirmed that the death toll from the Texas flood disaster has soared past 108 fatalities, making it one of the deadliest weather events in recent state history. Tragically, more than 28 children are among the confirmed dead.
The heart of the grief centers around Camp Mystic, a well-known summer camp near the Guadalupe River. Torrential flash floods swept away multiple cabins during the night, leaving rescue crews scrambling. As of the latest update, five children remain missing.
Parents have gathered at the camp’s entrance — some waiting for good news, most in silent devastation. Emergency responders are working nonstop, but hope is running thin as the hours pass.
Officials are now facing intense backlash. Many are asking why more wasn’t done sooner — and how a “safe” camp had no flood alarms or elevation escape plans. Local outlets are already calling this a preventable tragedy.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott declared a statewide emergency and ordered an investigation. But for dozens of families, it’s already too late.
The question now isn’t just how many died — but why so many were left unprotected.