Texas Flooding: Governor Abbott Warns Worse Than July 4 Flood
Key Questions
How much rain is expected in Texas and how does it compare to the July 4 flood?
Governor Abbott warned that over 30 inches of rain are expected, potentially making this event worse than the deadly July 4 flood. Torrential rains are currently pummeling the state as a major natural disaster unfolds.
Which areas of Texas are hardest hit by the flooding?
The Texas Hill Country, particularly the Guadalupe River and Uvalde areas, are the hardest hit. This is another severe flooding event for the region.
Have any rescues or deaths been reported in the Texas flooding?
At least 75 rescues have been conducted so far, with no deaths reported yet. The situation remains developing with ongoing torrential rain.
Torrential rain pummeling Texas, with Governor Abbott warning of 30+ inches expected, potentially worse than the deadly July 4 flood. At least 75 rescues conducted so far, no deaths reported yet. A major US natural disaster unfolding.
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Updated Jul 17, 2026