In just one night, an unprecedented deluge unleashed 12 inches of rain across central Texas, turning dry soil into torrents of water that rapidly swelled rivers. By Tuesday, the death toll rose to 108, with many still missing, as holiday visitors faced danger in overwhelmed campgrounds. In just 45 minutes, the Guadalupe River skyrocketed 26 feet, causing destruction that wiped campgrounds off the map and tore homes from their foundations. Dubbed a "100-year-flood," this deadly event was worsened by a lack of severe weather alerts, as spotty cell service hindered communication. President Donald Trump plans to visit the affected areas on Friday, July 11.
