Severe Texas Flooding Claims Life, Dozens Rescued Again
WHO:
AP News - The identity of the second victim was confirmed as a 74-year-old man who was swept away in his vehicle near Uvalde.
AP News - Jennie Steward reported that her husband’s body was found after their mobile home was swept away.
AP News - The victim in Uvalde was identified as a 74-year-old man who was swept away in his vehicle after ignoring warnings not to proceed on the flooded roadway.
AP News - John Mark Steward, 65, was confirmed dead after his mobile home was swept away by floodwaters in Kerrville.
AP News - The identity of the second victim was confirmed as a 74-year-old man who was swept away in his vehicle near Uvalde.
CNN - A 74-year-old man, whose identity has not been released, died while driving near Uvalde, police said.
AP News - The identity of the second victim was confirmed as a 74-year-old man who was swept away in his vehicle near Uvalde.
CNN - A 74-year-old man, whose identity has not been released, died while driving near Uvalde, police said.
AP News - Texas Governor Greg Abbott confirmed that at least two people have died in flooding that has devastated parts of Central and South Texas.
AP News - The identity of the second victim was confirmed as a 74-year-old man who was swept away in his vehicle near Uvalde.
AP News - Texas Governor Greg Abbott confirmed that at least two people have died in flooding across Texas.
AP News - A 74-year-old man was swept away in his vehicle around 10:30 a.m. north of Uvalde, according to Uvalde officials.
AP News - The victim's body was identified as 65-year-old John Mark Steward from Kerrville, according to his wife, Jennie Steward, who stated, “It’s really hard that I wasn’t there with him.”
AP News - Governor Greg Abbott stated, “Our No. 1 focus is saving lives.”
AP News - Jennie Steward reported that her husband’s body was found after their mobile home was swept away.
AP News - Texas Governor Greg Abbott stated that at least one person was dead due to the flooding.
AP News - The victim was identified as 65-year-old John Mark Steward from Kerrville, according to his wife, Jennie Steward.
AP News - Travis County Judge Andy Brown reported that people were trapped in trees and on rooftops.
AP News - Katie Buck evacuated several dozen animals to higher ground at Buck Wild Animal Rescue and Wildlife Rehab.
WHAT:
AP News - The National Weather Service reported that some locations in Central and South Texas received nearly 30 inches of rain over the past three days.
AP News - As of Thursday afternoon, more than 230 people had been rescued from floodwaters, and 87 roadways were closed due to flooding.
AP News - The Pedernales River at Johnson City is forecast to rise more than 10 feet, expected to approach 22 feet, reaching major flood stage.
AP News - The Guadalupe River in Comfort is currently at 37.08 feet, which is more than last year’s crest during the deadly July 4 flooding.
AP News - The National Weather Service reported that some locations in Central and South Texas received nearly 30 inches of rain over the past three days.
AP News - As of Thursday afternoon, more than 230 people had been rescued from floodwaters, and 87 roadways were closed due to flooding.
AP News - The Pedernales River at Johnson City is forecast to rise more than 10 feet, expected to approach 22 feet, reaching major flood stage.
AP News - The Pedernales River at Johnson City is forecast to rise more than 10 feet through the afternoon, expected to approach 22 feet, reaching major flood stage.
AP News - The Guadalupe River in Comfort is currently at 37.08 feet, which is more than last year’s crest during the deadly July 4 flooding.
AP News - The Pedernales River has reached 34.34 feet with a flow of 70,000 cubic feet per second, equivalent to about 523,000 gallons of water passing by every second.
AP News - The National Weather Service reported that some locations in Central and South Texas have measured more than 24 inches of rain since the beginning of the week.
AP News - The Pedernales River at Fredericksburg reached a flow of 70,000 cubic feet per second, equivalent to about 523,000 gallons of water passing by every second.
AP News - More than 230 people had been rescued from floodwaters as of Thursday afternoon.
AP News - 87 roadways were closed due to flooding as of Thursday afternoon.
AP News - The National Weather Service reported that as much as 28 inches (74 centimeters) of rain fell over the past three days in Uvalde County, which was spared from the worst flooding a year ago.
AP News - The governor stated that more than 1,300 first responders were deployed, rescuing well over 70 people.
AP News - Floodwaters overran the city of Uvalde, cutting off most outside routes, and the Leona River filled streets with water.
AP News - The National Weather Service reported that other areas saw roughly a foot of rain with more expected going into Friday.
AP News - The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department spokesperson confirmed that Texas Game Wardens rescued close to 150 people by the afternoon.
AP News - Floodwaters cut off most outside routes in Uvalde, isolating residents.
AP News - The Pedernales River at Johnson City is forecast to rise more than 10 feet through the afternoon, expected to approach 22 feet, reaching major flood stage.
AP News - The Guadalupe River in Comfort is currently at 37.08 feet, which is more than last year’s crest during the deadly July 4 flooding.
AP News - The Pedernales River has reached 34.34 feet with a flow of 70,000 cubic feet per second, equivalent to about 523,000 gallons of water passing by every second.
AP News - The National Weather Service reported that some locations in Central and South Texas have measured more than 24 inches of rain since the beginning of the week.
AP News - The Pedernales River at Fredericksburg reached a flow of 70,000 cubic feet per second, equivalent to about 523,000 gallons of water passing by every second.
AP News - More than 230 people had been rescued from floodwaters as of Thursday afternoon.
AP News - 87 roadways were closed due to flooding as of Thursday afternoon.
AP News - The National Weather Service reported that as much as 28 inches (74 centimeters) of rain fell over the past three days in Uvalde County, which was spared from the worst flooding a year ago.
AP News - The governor stated that more than 1,300 first responders were deployed, rescuing well over 70 people.
AP News - Floodwaters overran the city of Uvalde, cutting off most outside routes, and the Leona River filled streets with water.
AP News - The National Weather Service reported that other areas saw roughly a foot of rain with more expected going into Friday.
AP News - The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department spokesperson confirmed that Texas Game Wardens rescued close to 150 people by the afternoon.
AP News - Rescuers saved dozens of stranded drivers and people trapped in homes from flash floods.
AP News - More than 1,300 first responders were deployed, rescuing over 70 people.
AP News - Approximately 28 inches (74 centimeters) of rain fell over three days in Uvalde County.
AP News - Texas Game Wardens rescued close to 150 people by the afternoon.
AP News - Floodwaters cut off most outside routes in Uvalde, isolating residents.
WHERE:
AP News - The City of Fredericksburg is currently taking in those seeking shelter from floodwaters at the First Baptist Church located at 1407 E. Main St.
AP News - The City of Fredericksburg is currently taking in those seeking shelter from floodwaters at the First Baptist Church located at 1407 E. Main St.
AP News - The City of Fredericksburg is currently taking in those seeking shelter from floodwaters at the First Baptist Church located at 1407 E. Main St.
AP News - The flooding has affected multiple counties close to the Mexico border and in the Hill Country near San Antonio, including Kerr and Kendall counties.
AP News - The Pedernales River at Fredericksburg reached major flood stage after cresting at 34.23 feet around 10 a.m.
AP News - The Guadalupe River in Comfort is currently at 37.08 feet, which is more than last year’s crest during the deadly July 4 flooding.
AP News - Flooding impacted areas near San Antonio and multiple counties close to the Mexico border, with roughly six million residents across Texas under a flood watch.
AP News - The City of Fredericksburg is currently taking in those seeking shelter from floodwaters at the First Baptist Church located at 1407 E. Main St.
AP News - The flooding has affected multiple counties close to the Mexico border and in the Hill Country near San Antonio, including Kerr and Kendall counties.
AP News - The Pedernales River at Fredericksburg reached major flood stage after cresting at 34.23 feet around 10 a.m.
AP News - The Guadalupe River in Comfort is currently at 37.08 feet, which is more than last year’s crest during the deadly July 4 flooding.
AP News - Flooding impacted areas near San Antonio and multiple counties close to the Mexico border, with roughly six million residents across Texas under a flood watch.
AP News - Floodwaters overran the city of Uvalde, cutting off most outside routes, and the Leona River filled streets with water.
AP News - The flooding primarily affected Uvalde County and the Texas Hill Country.
AP News - The Guadalupe River rose significantly, with some spots increasing by more than 30 feet (9 meters).
AP News - The flooding impacted areas near San Antonio and multiple counties close to the Mexico border.
WHEN:
AP News - The Pedernales River is expected to crest near 22 feet by 8 p.m. Thursday.
AP News - The Pedernales River is expected to crest near 22 feet by 8 p.m. Thursday.
AP News - The Pedernales River is expected to crest near 22 feet by 8 p.m. Thursday.
AP News - A Flash Flood Emergency has been issued for the Pedernales River along Gillespie County.
AP News - The Pedernales River is expected to crest near 22 feet by 8 p.m. Thursday.
AP News - The article mentions that the flooding occurred on July 16, 2026.
AP News - The flooding occurred after days of heavy rain, with warnings issued for the following days.
AP News - The Pedernales River is expected to crest near 22 feet by 8 p.m. Thursday.
AP News - A Flash Flood Emergency has been issued for the Pedernales River along Gillespie County.
AP News - The Pedernales River is expected to crest near 22 feet by 8 p.m. Thursday.
AP News - The article mentions that the flooding occurred on July 16, 2026.
AP News - The flooding occurred after days of heavy rain, with warnings issued for the following days.
AP News - The article mentions that the flooding was reminiscent of last summer's floods that occurred around the July Fourth holiday.
WHY:
AP News - Residents reported they were better prepared this time due to more warnings compared to the previous year, with one resident stating, “Last year there was no warning of it.”
AP News - Residents reported that they received more alerts and safety measures compared to the previous year.
AP News - The National Weather Service described the event as a “large and deadly flood wave” due to excessive rainfall.
AP News - Residents reported that they were better prepared this time due to more warnings compared to the previous year.
AP News - Residents reported they were better prepared this time due to more warnings compared to the previous year, with one resident stating, “Last year there was no warning of it.”
AP News - Residents reported that they received more alerts and safety measures compared to the previous year.
AP News - The National Weather Service described the event as a “large and deadly flood wave” due to excessive rainfall.
AP News - Residents reported that they were better prepared this time due to more warnings compared to the previous year.
HOW:
AP News - River Sentry installed 105 flood-warning towers along the Guadalupe River to detect rising water and activate alarms.
AP News - River Sentry installed 105 flood-warning towers along the Guadalupe River to detect rising water and activate alarms.
CNN - The National Weather Service issued a flash flood emergency for Kerrville, Ingram, and Hunt, among the communities hit hardest a year ago by devastating floods.
AP News - The Lower Colorado River Authority plans to open multiple floodgates at Wirtz Dam and Starcke Dam to manage storm runoff.
AP News - River Sentry installed 105 flood-warning towers along the Guadalupe River to detect rising water and activate alarms.
AP News - Several agencies sent rescue helicopters to the flood zone, including Travis County in Austin.
AP News - Several agencies sent rescue helicopters to the flood zone, including Travis County in Austin.
AP News - Rescues were conducted using boats and helicopters.
AP News - Authorities issued urgent warnings to residents to move to higher ground as rivers rose rapidly.
CNN - The National Weather Service issued a flash flood emergency for Kerrville, Ingram, and Hunt, among the communities hit hardest a year ago by devastating floods.
AP News - The Lower Colorado River Authority plans to open multiple floodgates at Wirtz Dam and Starcke Dam to manage storm runoff.
AP News - River Sentry installed 105 flood-warning towers along the Guadalupe River to detect rising water and activate alarms.
AP News - Several agencies sent rescue helicopters to the flood zone, including Travis County in Austin.
AP News - Several agencies sent rescue helicopters to the flood zone, including Travis County in Austin.
AP News - Rescues were conducted using boats and helicopters.
AP News - Authorities issued urgent warnings to residents to move to higher ground as rivers rose rapidly.
(UPDATED July 17, 2026 20:21 UTC)
Tragically, the identity of the second victim of the recent flooding has been confirmed as a 74-year-old man who was swept away in his vehicle near Uvalde, while Jennie Steward reported that her husband’s body was found after their mobile home was also swept away. The National Weather Service has indicated that some areas in Central and South Texas received nearly 30 inches of rain over the past three days, leading to over 230 rescues from floodwaters and the closure of 87 roadways. As the Pedernales River is forecast to crest near 22 feet by 8 p.m. Thursday, the City of Fredericksburg is providing shelter for those affected at the First Baptist Church on East Main Street.
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(UPDATED July 17, 2026 16:21 UTC)
In a tragic turn of events, a 74-year-old man in Uvalde was swept away in his vehicle after ignoring warnings about a flooded roadway, while a 65-year-old man named John Mark Steward was confirmed dead after his mobile home was also carried off by floodwaters in Kerrville. The National Weather Service reported that some areas in Central and South Texas received nearly 30 inches of rain over the past three days, leading to over 230 rescues and 87 roadways closed due to flooding, with the Pedernales River at Johnson City expected to crest near 22 feet by 8 p.m. Thursday. Meanwhile, the City of Fredericksburg is providing shelter for those affected at the First Baptist Church on East Main Street, and River Sentry has installed 105 flood-warning towers along the Guadalupe River to monitor rising water levels.
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(UPDATED July 17, 2026 15:24 UTC)
Tragically, a 74-year-old man has been confirmed as the second victim of the flooding near Uvalde, where floodwaters have severely impacted the area, isolating residents and cutting off most outside routes. The Pedernales River is expected to crest near 22 feet by 8 p.m. Thursday, while the Guadalupe River in Comfort has already reached 37.08 feet, surpassing last year’s deadly July 4 flooding levels. More than 230 people have been rescued from the floodwaters, with over 1,300 first responders deployed to assist in the ongoing emergency across multiple counties in Texas.
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(UPDATED July 17, 2026 13:24 UTC)
A 74-year-old man has been confirmed as the second victim of the severe flooding near Uvalde, where he was swept away in his vehicle. The Pedernales River is forecast to rise significantly, expected to crest near 22 feet by 8 p.m. Thursday, while the Guadalupe River in Comfort has already surpassed last year's crest during the deadly July 4 flooding. In response to the crisis, the City of Fredericksburg is providing shelter for those affected at the First Baptist Church located at 1407 E. Main St.
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(UPDATED July 17, 2026 12:20 UTC)
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has confirmed that at least two people have died due to severe flooding that has impacted parts of Central and South Texas, with the second victim identified as a 74-year-old man swept away in his vehicle near Uvalde. The National Weather Service reports that some areas have received over 24 inches of rain this week, and the Pedernales River at Fredericksburg has surged to a staggering flow of 70,000 cubic feet per second. In response to the crisis, a Flash Flood Emergency has been issued for the Pedernales River along Gillespie County, and the Lower Colorado River Authority is set to open multiple floodgates at Wirtz Dam and Starcke Dam to manage the storm runoff.
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(UPDATED July 17, 2026 10:29 UTC)
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has confirmed that at least two people have died due to severe flooding across the state, including a 74-year-old man who was swept away in his vehicle near Uvalde. As of Thursday afternoon, more than 230 individuals have been rescued from floodwaters, while 87 roadways remain closed, with the Pedernales River at Fredericksburg having reached a major flood stage of 34.23 feet. The Pedernales is expected to crest near 22 feet by 8 p.m. Thursday, and River Sentry has installed 105 flood-warning towers along the Guadalupe River to monitor rising water levels and activate alarms.
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(UPDATED July 17, 2026 02:53 UTC)
The body of 65-year-old John Mark Steward from Kerrville has been identified, with his wife, Jennie Steward, expressing her heartbreak over not being there with him. In Uvalde County, which experienced 28 inches of rain over three days, flooding has cut off most routes, prompting the deployment of over 1,300 first responders who rescued more than 70 people. As floodwaters have impacted areas near San Antonio and multiple counties close to the Mexico border, around six million residents across Texas remain under a flood watch, although many reported being better prepared this time due to increased warnings.
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(UPDATED July 17, 2026 00:19 UTC)
Governor Greg Abbott emphasized that the state's top priority is saving lives as devastating flooding has overrun the city of Uvalde, cutting off most outside routes and filling streets with water. Tragically, Jennie Steward reported that her husband's body was found after their mobile home was swept away, while the National Weather Service indicated that some areas received about a foot of rain, with more expected heading into Friday. In response to the crisis, Texas Game Wardens rescued nearly 150 people by the afternoon, aided by rescue helicopters from several agencies, including Travis County in Austin.
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(UPDATED July 16, 2026 22:20 UTC)
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has confirmed that at least one person has died due to severe flooding, with the victim identified as 65-year-old John Mark Steward from Kerrville. Rescuers have been working tirelessly, saving dozens of stranded individuals and animals, with over 1,300 first responders deployed to assist in the efforts across Uvalde County and the Texas Hill Country, where nearly 28 inches of rain fell in just three days. The National Weather Service has labeled this event a “large and deadly flood wave,” prompting urgent warnings for residents to seek higher ground as rivers rose dramatically.