Texas Floods Claim Two Lives, More Rain Expected
Texas Floods Claim Two Lives, More Rain Expected
US · Published Jul 17, 2026
Severe flooding has struck Texas, with heavy rainfall causing rivers to overflow and prompting mandatory evacuations in the Hill Country region.
The National Weather Service forecasts up to 20 cm (8 inches) of additional rain through Friday morning, exacerbating the situation.

Impact & Risks

The flooding has already claimed two lives—a man in an RV and a woman in a car. Over 90 roads and highways are closed, complicating evacuations. Residents in Uvalde and Kerrville are at high risk, with rivers rising rapidly and homes inundated. Emergency services, including Black Hawk helicopters, are rescuing stranded individuals. The situation remains critical, with some areas potentially receiving up to 76 cm (30 inches) of rain in 72 hours.

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