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Deadly Texas floods: Search efforts underway for missing children

Al Jazeera · 13 days ago
Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera
13 days ago

Officials in the U.S. state of Texas say at least 13 people have died in overnight flash floods after torrential rains triggered an overflow of the Guadalupe River. Nearly 20 children attending a summer camp in the south-central area are missing.

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  • At least 13 people have died due to flash floods in Texas.
  • Nearly 20 children from a summer camp remain missing after the Guadalupe River overflowed. 24s
  • Rescue efforts involve helicopters, drones, and over 500 rescuers, with support from the National Guard and federal agencies. 41s
  • Washed-out roads and continued rainfall are hampering rescue and relief operations. 1m 22s
  • Officials state the flooding occurred rapidly and without warning, making evacuation difficult. 1m 39s
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