President Donald Trump issued a disaster declaration for Kerr County, Texas, on Sunday after flooding devastated communities along the Guadalupe River in the central part of the state.
Trump’s declaration, first posted to his Truth Social platform came after reports confirmed that 69 people — at least 15 of them children — had been killed in the flash floods when the Guadalupe River rose more than 20 feet in less than forty-five minutes.
“I just signed a Major Disaster Declaration for Kerr County, Texas, to ensure that our Brave First Responders immediately have the resources they need. These families are enduring an unimaginable tragedy, with many lives lost, and many still missing,” Trump posted. “The Trump Administration continues to work closely with State and Local Leaders. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem was on the ground yesterday with Governor Greg Abbott, who is working hard to help the people of his Great State. Our incredible U.S. Coast Guard, together with State First Responders, have saved more than 850 lives. GOD BLESS THE FAMILIES, AND GOD BLESS TEXAS!”
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