Evacuations and rescue operations are ongoing in central Texas after torrential rains triggered flash flooding in the region on Friday.
“Conditions are life-threatening! DO NOT go out onto the roads,” the local National Weather Service warned on Friday morning. “Expect roads washed out and rapid rises on rivers and creeks.”
The flooding has resulted in fatalities in Kerr County, just about 75 miles west of Austin, Texas, per local officials.
“This is a catastrophic flooding event in Kerr County,” the Kerr County sheriff’s office said on Facebook. “We can confirm fatalities, but will not release further information until next of kin are notified… The entire county is an extremely active scene. Residents are encouraged to shelter in place and not attempt travel.”
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Author: Faith Novak
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