After catastrophic flooding devastated parts of the Hill Country and Central Texas over the Fourth of July weekend, the state is facing a mounting death toll. Officials report more than 120 lives lost and more than 170 people still missing after days of severe storms and swollen rivers.

Though natural disasters cycle across seasons and regions in the U.S., it’s often a shocking discovery for property owners how expansive and expensive flood and water damage can be when a major storm devastates their homes,

How shocking to learn of the tragedy that unfolded on the fourth of July as the Guadalope River rose 26 feet in 45 minutes.

The county emphasized, if you encounter flowing water above ankle height, “Stop, turn around, and go another way.” Even just six inches of fast-moving water can sweep people off their feet, making flood zones extremely dangerous, the Facebook post says.

Satellite images show the damage left behind after floodwaters rushed through Camp Mystic, Camp La Junta and other summer camps on July 4.

NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas - Effective at 11 a.m. today, recreational access to the Comal River and Guadalupe River in New Braunfels has officially reopened, followin

The New Braunfels community will honor and recognize those that went missing or lost their lives with a Candlelight Vigil of Hope at the Main Plaza downtown July 10.

KENS 5 met with a group of visitors in town from Houston who evacuated from Camp Huaco Springs at a moment’s notice once law enforcement showed up.

An addition 2 inches of rain may cause river levels to rise by 2-3 feet Sunday afternoon and evening. Travel is not recommended.

Widespread, catastrophic flooding in Central Texas has swept homes and debris downstream in New Braunfels, leaving behind a trail of destruction. Numerous roads are underwater, cutting off entire communities and hindering emergency response.

City officials said the water has been cleaned of debris but warn that river goers should be very cautious about debris under the water's surface.