Texas is in chaos! At least 32 people have died in the horrific floods that hit the central part of this US state. Among the victims are 14 children! Yes, you read that right – children! Another 27 people are still missing, and the search continues relentlessly. Governor Greg Abbott declared a state of emergency and ordered urgent search efforts, hoping all the missing are alive, but the reality is brutal.
This is not just rain – rivers rose more than six meters in just two hours! Imagine that! The private Christian summer camp Mystic, located by the river, turned into a death trap for over 20 girls who are still missing. Among the deceased is Jane Regsdale, the director and co-owner of the Hart Hills children’s camp.
Rescuers had to use helicopters to pull people out of the water because the rainfall amounts in this region are rare and happen once in a hundred years. US President Donald Trump called the floods “terrible” and promised federal aid, but the question remains if that’s enough for such a disaster.
A state of emergency has been declared in multiple counties, including Bandera, Comal, Concho, Gillespie, Kendall, Kerr, Kimble, Llano, Mason, McCulloch, Menard, Reeves, San Saba, and Tom Green. People have been evacuated, but the trauma and loss are immense.
This tragedy casts a shadow on America’s ability to handle natural disasters. How is it possible that in the 21st century, with all the technology and resources, so many people die and go missing? Is this just the beginning of even bigger climate catastrophes to come?
If you have thoughts on this, or maybe a sarcastic comment about America’s “preparedness” for disasters, feel free to share. Isn’t it time we all ask ourselves – how ready are we really for nature sending us clear signals? Or will we keep closing our eyes until the water drowns us?
