Texas flooding: More than 170 missing, at least 118 dead
TEXAS - The death toll from the July 4th weekend flooding in Central Texas has climbed to 118.
Across the state, more than 170 people are considered missing.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has promised that the search will not stop until all the missing are found.

Texas flooding: Kerr Co. officials report 95 deaths
Kerr County officials hold a news conference on Wednesday morning. Officials discussed the efforts to find the missing across the area.
Live Updates: July 9
8:14 p.m.
Travis County is working with multiple organizations to work with and support residents impacted by severe flooding.
In the Sandy Creek community, a broken bridge has left residents feeling isolated. Now, the county is working with the community to provide resources.
6:17 p.m.
Help continues to pour in from around the country. One man from Colorado traveled to Kerr County to help out.

Texas floods: Colorado man helps with recovery
Help continues to pour in from around the country. One man from Colorado traveled to Kerr County to help out.
5:06 p.m.
Community members said they feel stuck after the destruction of a bridge near Leander cut off their neighborhood.

Texas floods: Broken bridge near Leander
Community members said they feel stuck after the destruction of a bridge near Leander cut off their neighborhood.
5:02 p.m.
Williamson County officials on Wednesday said they are now down to searching for one missing person from the devastating floods.

Texas floods: 1 person still missing in WilCo
Williamson County officials on Wednesday said they are now down to searching for one missing person from the devastating floods
4:40 p.m.
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is now accepting applications for Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) as a result of the recent severe storms and flooding that impacted Texas.
Under President Donald J. Trump's Major Disaster Declaration, workers and self-employed individuals in Kerr County who have been unable to work due to damage sustained from severe weather may be eligible for DUA benefits.
People affected by flooding in the designated area can apply for benefits online through Unemployment Benefit Services or by calling TWC at (800) 939-6631 between 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Applications for DUA benefits under this declaration must be submitted by September 4, 2025.
Applicants should specify that their applications are related to the damage caused by Hill Country flooding.
2:15 p.m.

FULL: Williamson County officials with flood update
Williamson County officials gave an update on the recent flooding in Central Texas.
According to Williamson County officials, there were a total of three deaths. Two of the deaths were drivers whose cars were swept away in rushing water. Another death was due to a home being swept away.
One person is still missing in the Leander area.
There were 29 roads that were closed at the height of the flooding, but now there are only five closures.
Eight roadways were severely damaged.
There were 54 structures that were damaged due to floodwaters.
1:50 p.m.
Williamson County officials are getting ready to give a flooding update at 2 p.m.
At last check, three bodies were recovered after devastating flooding.
11:43 a.m.
Kerrville is asking anyone who believes their loved ones are missing to reach out.
They are asking people to call 830-258-1111 or email kerrvillemissing@dps.texas.gov.
They ask for anyone reporting to share the person’s name, date of birth, gender, eye color, hair color, a recent photo and last known location.
10:42 a.m.

NOAA nominee Neil Jacobs on changes to weather warnings
Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) asks Neil Jacobs, President Trump's nominee to lead NOAA, about what changes he would make to weather alerts.
Neil Jacobs, President Trump's nominee to run NOAA, responds to a question from Senator Ted Cruz about potential changes to the weather warning system.
You can watch more of the hearing here:
10:26 a.m.
Kerrville Police say there is no reason to doubt Gov. Abbott's report that 161 people are missing in Kerr County.
10:15 a.m.
Kerrville Police says the tragedy could have been worse if not for the actions of officers who sounded their alarms to alert people about the flooding.
10:03 a.m.
Kerr County officials say 95 people are deceased, including 36 children.
That is an increase of 8 people.
161 people are missing in the county, including 5 campers and a counselor from Camp Mystic.
9:51 a.m.
Kerr County officials are preparing to give an update at 10 a.m.
You can watch it in the video player above.
9:31 a.m.
Burnet County crews continue to search for Michael Phillips, the fire chief for the Marble Falls Volunteer Fire Department.
Phillips and his vehicle were swept away in the floodwaters on Saturday morning while responding to a rescue call.
The vehicle was found, but Phillips was not.
Burnet County has moved all its resources into the area where Phillips was last seen.
Crews are searching the banks and areas of Cow Creek and making their way to where the creek dumps into Lake Travis.
Five people have been recovered in Burnet County.
9:07 a.m.
Gov. Greg Abbott has ordered flags to be lowered to half-staff to honor people who lost their lives in the flooding.
The flags can be returned to full-staff at sunrise on Monday, July 14.
"In heartfelt remembrance of those whose lives were tragically lost in the recent floods, I ordered Texas flags across the state to be lowered to half-staff," said Governor Abbott. "Cecilia and I continue to pray for their loved ones as they grieve this unimaginable loss and urge all Texans to continue praying for all impacted by this devastation. Texas stands united in mourning and in our resolve to support those who strive to heal and recover. May God bring comfort to every family affected and strength to the thousands of first responders still working on the ground."
9:04 a.m.
Neil Jacobs, Trump's pick to run NOAA is about to face questions from Senators during a confirmation hearing.
He is expected to face questions on the flooding in Texas and staff cuts.
8:45 a.m.

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Kerr County officials are expected to give an update at 10 a.m.
It will be the first news conference by Kerr County officials since Gov. Abbott announced that 161 people are known to be missing.
Flooding deaths in Central Texas
At least 95 people have died in Kerr County, including 36 children.
161 people in Kerr County are now known to be missing, including at least five girls and a counselor from Camp Mystic are still missing.
In Travis County, there were at least seven deaths and also significant damage to infrastructure.
Kendall County has reported seven deaths.
Burnet County has at least five deaths confirmed. A Marble Falls volunteer fire chief is still missing.
Williamson County reports three deaths and Tom Green County has one death confirmed.
Officials say as for missing people, there is one in Burnet and 10 in Travis County.
The Source: Information in this article comes from Texas officials and FOX Texas stations.