Catastrophic flooding has struck Texas Hill Country again, resulting in a minimum of two fatalities.

SAN ANTONIO, Texas

Just two weeks after the tragic July 4, 2025 flood that claimed 139 lives in and around Kerrville, the area is facing another round of devastating floods. So far, authorities have confirmed two fatalities, including a man whose mobile home was swept away by the rising waters.

During a visit to the area on Thursday, it was evident that the Guadalupe River in Kerrville was once again overflowing. The Highway 16 bridge in downtown Kerrville was closed after a large barge collided with it, having been swept downstream by the floodwaters.

Kevin Grona, who runs an electronics business called Audio Video Solutions, expressed his concerns about the flooding, noting that his building has been inundated and could be a total loss. He mentioned that this flood seems to have a greater impact on downtown Kerrville than last year’s, but, on a positive note, he feels thankful there hasn’t been more loss of life this time. His business appears to have sustained structural damage due to the water’s force from a nearby tributary of the Guadalupe River.

Local law enforcement and rescue teams, some coming from as far as El Paso, have been deployed to assist residents in evacuating low-lying areas. The only confirmed fatality so far is a 65-year-old man who died when his mobile home was caught in the flooding.

Reports indicate that various rivers and streams in Kerr County and the surrounding Texas Hill Country could see up to 30 inches of rain by the end of next week. Governor Greg Abbott warned residents to avoid areas prone to flooding as a slow-moving storm system moves through the picturesque region.

“Let’s be clear: today and tomorrow, we are facing what are classified as life-threatening and catastrophic floods. Last year’s Fourth of July flood had 20.29 inches of rain, but this storm’s expected rainfall could surpass 30 inches,” Abbott remarked.

Kerrville has issued a shelter-in-place notice and urged residents to steer clear of flood-risk areas as the Guadalupe River rises. The National Weather Service reported that the river surged 22 feet in under an hour and continues to rise.

Rep. Chip Roy, who was prominent during last year’s floods, called attention to the severe situation unfolding across the Texas Hill Country via social media. He noted that a flash flood emergency is in effect for multiple areas, and numerous water rescues and evacuations are taking place. “If you’re in the affected area, please heed local warnings and stay safe. The situation can change rapidly,” Roy cautioned.

Evacuations are currently ongoing in low-lying areas near the Guadalupe River, such as Goat Creek and Arcadia Loop, although there have been no further reports of fatalities. A visit to Kerrville revealed that residents and rescue workers are still grappling with the memories of last year’s floods, which began with a solemn memorial for the numerous victims.