Residents of Kerr County began clearing mud and salvaging what they could from their demolished properties as they recounted harrowing escapes from rapidly rising floodwaters.

Items lie scattered inside a cabin at Camp Mystic after deadly flooding in Kerr County, Texas, U.S., July 5, 2025. REUTERS/Sergio Flores A drone view shows the Guadalupe River and damage from flooding near Camp Mystic in Hunt,

"Camp Mystic is grieving the loss of 27 campers and counselors following the catastrophic flooding on the Guadalupe River," the camp said in a statement.

Heavy rains fell quickly in the predawn hours of Friday in the Texas Hill Country, causing the Gaudalupe River to rise 26 feet in just 45 minutes.

Search and rescue operations are ongoing as more storms threaten the region. Here's how Austinites can help those in the area.

As of Sunday afternoon, 68 deaths have been reported out of Kerrville, Texas, following the severe floods on Friday. FOX 26's Jonathan Mejia spoke to residents who are dealing with the aftermath.

President Donald Trump announced that he signed a disaster declaration for Kerr County, Texas, where flash floods have killed scores of people. Trump said families of victims were experiencing "unimaginable tragedy.

A Flash Flood Warning was issued Sunday evening for Kerr County as rescue efforts continue from the July 4 flooding. FOX 26 meteorologist Remeisha Shade explains.