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A third young girl from Austin has been confirmed among the dead after catastrophic floods hit Camp Mystic in Kerr County. The family of Abby Lynn Pohl confirmed her death on Friday, July 11.
The San Gabriel River rose to record levels on July 5, which caused evacuations, death and destruction in Williamson County. “That bottom building that metal building that is our home,” said Montana Perales,
Catastrophic floods in Central Texas, particularly Williamson County, claimed over 120 lives during the July 4th weekend. Among the victims was Sherry Richardson, whose home was swept away. Officials are now focusing on recovery efforts,
Leander Mayor Christine DeLisle said more communication from Travis County was needed to ensure residents have services.
Multiple parts of Central Texas, including Kerr County, were shocked by flash floods Friday when the Guadalupe River and others rose rapidly.
As Central Texas communities begin their road to recovery following deadly Fourth of July weekend flooding, more information is being released about the victims.
As the search for victims continues, county officials say "additional resources" are being deployed as the "mission efforts become more technical."
KXAN's Avery Travis tells the story of two Williamson County flood survivors and some volunteers from the Gulf Coast who say they understand the power of water - and the power of a community rebuilding.