Texas is currently grappling with catastrophic flooding that has resulted in at least 27 confirmed deaths, including fatalities at a summer camp where over 20 girls remain missing. Rescue efforts are underway as search crews navigate the treacherous floodwaters in Central Texas, particularly in Kerr County. Eyewitness accounts describe harrowing scenes, including a woman found clinging to a tree and a man who died while attempting to save his family from rising water. Authorities are under scrutiny regarding evacuation protocols, as conflicting reports have emerged during this crisis. The flooding was exacerbated by rare thunderstorms, resulting in over a foot of rain overnight in some areas. Families of the missing campers are anxiously pleading for information as the search continues.