On both sides of Isle, Texas MPs took a break from the July 4 celebrations to respond. Malignant flood In the Hill Country area of the state, at least 13 dead and more than 20 children are missing.
Rescue teams in both helicopters and boats continue to search for people to follow heavy rains in the Ker County region of Lone Star State, known for many of their summer camps.
Camp Mystic, in a girls camp in the region, had more than 20 children on Friday. Associated Press said that a gauge on the Gwadalup river in Hunt recorded a 22 -foot increase in the river level in two hours.
“It breaks my heart. Please involve me to pray for families who have lost their loved ones and for rapid recovery of missing people,” rape. ” Troy Nehals (R-Texus) Wrote online“Special thanks to the National Guard, first respondents, law enforcement officers and volunteers working to save life.”
Republican sensor. Ted Cruise and John Cornin were also early to share their concerns and sensations on the social platform X.
“Please pray for everyone in the hill country, especially Camp Mistic. Today, I have spoken with the head of the village abbeat, lieutenant village Patrick, TDEM and President Trump. Many are searching and defending many helicopters,” Xe“President Trump did not need Texas anything.” TDEM is the Texas Department of Emergency Management.
“Our prayers are with the families of lost people and who are still unaware for today’s tragic floods,” Cornin Said in his post“My friend, Ker County Judge Rob Kelly says @TDEM The rescue is working with teams and is hopeful. ,
Rape. Chip Roy (R), which represents the 21st Congress district of the state, including the San Antonio region, which is most affected by storms, Shared post Asking others for prayer.
From other MPs Surrounding district Released statementToo.
Rape. Tony Gonzalase, who represents the 23rd Congress district of Texas, wrote online in a post, “My prayers are with our fellow Texas which are affected by the devastating floods in the entire hill country.”
Neighbor in 11th district, rape. August PFLUGER (R) thanked those who offered their assistance as the flood wreaked havoc in the entire region.
“Thanks to the first responsers of the district immediately this morning Xe“As these floods continue, please be safe for all. We are praying for all the affected.”
“Please continue to pray for those who are unaware,” PFLUGER said A different post“Our hearts go out for all affected by this terrible flood, especially camp mystic families.”
Rape. Vishnt Gonzalase Called the weather incident The first thanks to the respondents for “tragedy” while “his bravery” among the tragedy.
He wrote, “Lorna and Main Ker County are heartbroken in the tragic floods. We give our heartfelt condolences to the families of lost people, and pray for safe recovery of the missing people,” he wrote.
Gove Greg Abbott (R) and Lt Gove Dan Patrick (R) said they informed the families of those whose children were missing. Governor The first Friday said That “immediate priority is saving life.”
Officials have insisted that The situation is still developingAnd the toll of death can change.
President Trump, who celebrated his Independence Day in White House Bill signature ceremony And picnic for military families is in touch with Texas officials. Patrick said that the President offered to provide any necessary assistance.
