Kerrville, TX — July 12, 2025 –Texas Hill Country is bracing for yet another wave of potentially devastating weather as flood risk levels have now been upgraded to Level 3 out of 4 for excessive rainfall, according to the latest reports from local and national meteorological agencies. This alert comes just days after Kerrville and nearby communities were ravaged by catastrophic flooding over the Fourth of July weekend, an event that has left parts of the region still recovering and several families still searching for missing loved ones.
Forecasts predict up to 9 inches of rainfall in localized areas across the Hill Country through Sunday, with heavy downpours expected to be intense and persistent. The National Weather Service has warned residents and travelers in the region to be on high alert, as flash flooding, river swells, and dangerous travel conditions may develop with little to no warning.River flooding remains a primary concern, particularly along rivers like the Guadalupe, which are already running high and could rise rapidly with additional rain. Officials are urging the public to avoid all rivers and low-lying crossings, even if they appear safe. Just a few inches of swift-moving water can sweep vehicles away, and the potential for debris and unstable banks only increases the danger.
Emergency management teams across Kerr, Gillespie, Bandera, and Kendall Counties are closely monitoring the situation and have pre-positioned resources to respond quickly to any rising floodwaters. Local law enforcement, fire departments, and search and rescue units remain actively engaged — both in monitoring current conditions and in the ongoing mission to support families of those who went missing during last week’s flooding.
As weather conditions grow more severe, prayers are being lifted across Texas for those who are still waiting for answers, for families who have lost homes and loved ones, and for the first responders and volunteers working tirelessly under dangerous conditions to protect others. The emotional toll is high, and the community is leaning on each other — and their faith — to get through this trying time.
The damage from the Fourth of July floods is still fresh in many minds, with heartbreaking images of submerged vehicles, washed-out bridges, and frantic rescues painting a stark picture of the challenges still ahead. Now, as more rain threatens to hit an already saturated region, residents are being asked to take every precaution and to prioritize safety over everything else.
Important Safety Reminders:
- Never drive through flooded roadways — “Turn Around, Don’t Drown.”
- Avoid recreational activity near rivers or creeks.
- Prepare emergency kits and have an evacuation plan ready.
- Stay informed with alerts from local news, weather services, and official social media channels.
As the rains fall and the rivers rise, the heart of Texas remains strong. The Hill Country community has proven its resilience before and will once again come together — in prayer, in service, and in hope — to weather this storm and support one another through the aftermath.
Please continue to pray for Texas, for the missing, for the hurting, and for the heroes working around the clock to keep their neighbors safe.
Stay safe. Stay aware. And check on your neighbors.
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