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Texas campground owner describes flash floods: "It was just chaos"

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Search and rescue missions continue in Kerr County, Texas, after severe storms caused deadly flooding that has killed dozens of people. More than 20 children from the nearby Camp Mystic are still missing, officials say.

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  • At least 50 people are confirmed dead and dozens are missing after flash floods in Kerr County, Texas. 5s
  • Over 1,300 emergency responders are searching the Guadalupe River for survivors. 18s
  • More than 20 children from Camp Mystic are still missing, with parents and officials searching. 45s
  • Kerr County lacks an outdoor warning system, prompting calls for updates to weather alert systems. 1m 4s
  • Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed an expanded disaster declaration order. 1m 42s
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