Washington, July 7: On Friday, 80 people died in 3 days due to sudden floods in the Guadalupe River in the US state of Texas, while 41 are missing. There was a summer camp for girls near the river, which got caught in the flood. However, 750 girls present in the camp were rescued.
The situation has not yet returned to normal in many areas of Texas. The weather department has issued a flood warning and appealed to the people living on the banks of the Guadalupe River to move to higher places.
About 15 inches (38 cm) of rain fell in San Antonio, Texas, on Friday, officials said. In just 45 minutes, river levels rose 26 feet (8 meters), sweeping away homes and vehicles.
The search for people is still going on with helicopters and drones. PM Modi also expressed grief over the death of children in the floods on Saturday and expressed condolences to the bereaved families.
Deeply saddened to learn about loss of lives, especially children in the devastating floods in Texas. Our condolences to the US Government and the bereaved families.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 5, 2025
Pope Leo prays for those killed in the flood
Pope Leo XIV prayed for the victims of the flooding of the Guadalupe River in Texas, USA, during his address in St. Peter’s Square on Sunday. He prayed especially for the families of girls who went to summer camp.
“I want to express my deepest condolences to all the families who lost loved ones in this disaster. We pray for them,” the pope said in English.
US President Donald Trump may visit Texas on Friday. Trump said- We will continue to be there. We are working closely with the leaders of Texas. This was a terrible incident. We pray for all those who have suffered so much.
2600 houses lost power due to the flood
The rain caused the river to overflow local streams and waterways, flooding roads. Trailers and vehicles were swept away. San Antonio emergency teams began search and rescue operations using helicopters and drones.
People in the area told local media that the floodwaters came suddenly and they had to climb trees to save themselves. The floods brought down power lines and about 2,600 homes in the areas around Kervil were left without power.