A dramatic timelapse video posted on Twitter reveals how quickly a flash flood swept through Kerr County, Texas, causing widespread destruction and claiming at least 51 lives. While much of the country celebrated Independence Day, residents near Kerrville faced a sudden disaster as the Guadalupe River overflowed in just minutes.
Among the victims are 15 children, and search teams are working tirelessly to locate over 20 girls who were at Camp Mystic, a summer camp caught in the flood. The camp lost essential services like power and internet, complicating rescue efforts. Officials stressed that some missing campers might be safe but out of communication.
Sadly, a mother confirmed her nine-year-old daughter, Janie Hunt, died in the flood. Authorities pledged to keep searching until all missing persons are found, with hundreds of responders from across Texas providing support.
The timelapse shows a group walking near a low point in the road before floodwaters suddenly surge, transforming a clear path into a dangerous river in about seven minutes. Many viewers expressed disbelief and sorrow, questioning the effectiveness of warnings.
Rainfall continues to affect the region, and the National Weather Service has issued new flood alerts. Governor Greg Abbott extended the emergency declaration and requested federal assistance.
Officials explained the flood’s severity resulted from heavy rain falling on both forks of the Guadalupe River, causing the south fork to rise dramatically and merge with the north fork, leading to catastrophic flooding.
