TX Rep Wesley Virdell Responds To Record Breaking Texas Flooding Emergency Alert Today [c6HoMghl48O]

KERR COUNTY, Texas - A dangerous flood emergency turned deadly early this morning as draymond green rapidly rising water along the Guadalupe River prompted evacuations, water rescues and widespread road closures across Kerr County.

The Mayor Pro Tem of Kerrville confirmed one person has died as catastrophic flooding swept through the area. Officials have not released any information about the victim.

The confirmation came as emergency crews continued responding to numerous rescue calls and warned residents that life-threatening flooding was ongoing throughout the county.

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