Gov. Greg Abbott announced the federal declaration Friday after formally requesting it for the Austin-area counties Thursday afternoon.

AUSTIN, Texas — Many Central Texans are tired of the rainfall in the wake of the recent devastation. However, this weekend's forecast is calling for additional showers and thunderstorms that could cause minor flooding to reoccur in some neighborhoods.

Nearly a week after deadly floods struck Central Texas, search and rescue teams are continuing to probe debris for those still missing.

Young campers and a dad saving his family were among the dozens killed in the historic flash floods that tore through central Texas over the holiday weekend.

AUSTIN, Texas — Austin Congressman Greg Casar and several other Democratic lawmakers have sent letters to U.S. leaders in the aftermath of deadly Central Texas floods, demanding answers about the federal response.

In a separate alert, the Texas Department of Transportation's Austin District confirmed all lanes heading in both the eastbound and westbound directions along FM 812 at U.S. Hwy. 183 were closed in Southeast Travis County due to the crash, with TxDOT officials asking drivers to avoid the area and seek alternative routes.

The Community Foundation says it will announce a major milestone in the response to its Kerr County Flood Relief Fund and the first round of grant recipients.

From fundraisers and benefits to nonprofit organizations doing the hard work, here's a list of ways to help victims of the July 4 weekend floods.