Texas flood death toll rises
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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.
While he's been in communities after hurricanes and tornadoes, President Trump said the devastation he saw after an aerial tour of the flood-ravaged Texas Hill Country on Friday was different.
The Trumps are expected to meet with local officials and first responders who are navigating the aftermath of flash floods that devastated the Central Texas community.
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A Corpus Christi pitmaster is smoking for a cause - serving BBQ to help Kerrville flood victims along with 5 local bars.
Trump arrived amid ongoing disaster relief efforts. The area is on edge as more rain is expected this weekend and the first funerals are to be held Saturday.
Many Texans are still searching for loved ones and answers following the catastrophic flooding event over the weekend. Kerrville Mayor Joe Herring, Jr. joins Katy Tur to share how his community will “come up with a plan” to prevent this kind of event from happening again.
CNN’s Gustavo Valdes visits Howdy’s, a bar along the Guadalupe River in Kerrville, Texas. The bar’s owner says they reopened to serve the community by giving locals somewhere to come together amid the tragedy.
The Calcutta Volunteer Fire Department Search and Rescue Team is continuing operations in Kerrville, Texas, assisting with flood recovery efforts.