Flash Flood in Texas Leaves 24 Dead; Dozens Missing

At least 24 people have been confirmed dead, and more than 20 from a girls' summer camp remain missing after a sudden flash flood swept through Kerr County in Texas late Friday night. The disaster followed over 10 inches of heavy rainfall that caused the Guadalupe River to overflow and inundate nearby areas.

The missing girls were attending Camp Mystic, a camp for girls located along the Guadalupe River in the small town of Hunt. The camp was hosting around 750 girls at the time of the flood, many of whom were rescued by helicopters as water levels surged. Governor Greg Abbott has declared a state of emergency as the rescue operation continues.

According to Texas military Major Gen. Thomas Suelzer, at least 237 people have been rescued so far, including 167 by helicopter. The area, often referred to as "Flash Flood Alley," is highly vulnerable to sudden flooding due to its thin soil and steep terrain. More than 400 people, 9 rescue teams, 14 helicopters, and 12 drones have been deployed.