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KERRVILLE, Texas — A growing memorial wall in the heart of Kerrville is bringing the Texas Hill Country community together as it grapples with immense loss following devastating floods. Photos, flowers and handwritten messages now line a fence along Water Street. Each item is a poignant reminder of the lives lost and those who are still missing.
The deadly flooding in Kerrville has left a heartbreaking impact in League City. A former volunteer firefighter died, and the community is collecting donations to support first responders and flood victims.
New satellite images released from Maxar Technologies show the destruction of the flash floods that have resulted in the deaths of more than 100 people over the July 4 weekend.Local authorities estimate around 160 people are still missing as Thursday marks the seventh day of the search for victims.
President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump, alongside several Texas leaders, will visit Kerrville on Friday to meet with first responders and family members who were affected by the July 4 flood,
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Ricky Pruitt of the Kerrville Church of Christ helped lead a vigil attended by hundreds of community members Wednesday.
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Kerrville Pets Alive said it's the hub for pet resources and recovery in Kerr County for the 40-mile stretch of the river.
More than 1,500 runners and walkers gathered on July 9 for 'Kerr County Runs Strong,' a fundraiser for those impacted by the flooding in Kerrville, began at Hops & Hounds in San Antonio.
Mourners gathered Wednesday night at Tivy High School's stadium, where they had celebrated victories and suffered losses on the field, said Ricky Pruitt, of the Kerrville Church of Christ. “Tonight is very different than all of those nights,” he said. Among those who died was the school's soccer coach.