Texas governor confirms third death in floods
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Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Friday confirmed a third death linked to this month’s catastrophic flooding across the state, following days of heavy rain in Central Texas and the recent landfall of Tropical Storm Bertha. Officials say the latest victim, in Val Verde County, died after driving into floodwaters, similar to earlier fatalities in Kerr and Uvalde counties. More than 500 rescues have been conducted, and floodwaters continue to block access to parts of Cotulla, southwest of San Antonio. The Nueces River has crested but downstream areas face rising waters into early August, as 59 counties remain under a state disaster declaration.
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Timeline
- Last week Central Texas hit by prolonged rainfall
- Monday Driver in Val Verde County swept away
- Thursday Tropical Storm Bertha makes landfall Texas
- Friday Abbott confirms third flood-related death publicly
- Friday Governor conducts aerial flood damage assessment
- Late July Nueces River crests at major flood stage
- Early August Downstream Nueces levels expected to rise
- Current period Disaster declarations cover 59 counties statewide
Why it matters
The ongoing Texas floods are a safety concern. If you're in an affected area, avoid driving through floodwaters. It's been the cause of all three fatalities. Keep an eye on the Nueces River levels, especially if you're downstream.
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