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News in English (USA) / 12.07.2025 / 07:00

Texas Floods: Terrifying and Heroic Survival Stories Emerge

In the wake of devastating floods in Texas, numerous families have shared harrowing accounts of their struggle for survival. A family of nine captured their terrifying experience clinging to their roof as floodwaters rose, while others described dramatic rescues from attics and walls. Survivors recount witnessing city-wide destruction and the heroism of individuals who helped save lives amidst chaos. Amidst the destruction, there are uplifting stories like that of a teenager who rescued his family, the miraculous return of a family dog, and the resilience of those who clung to trees, debris, and each other while navigating raging waters. Sadly, the disaster has also been marked by tragedy, with at least 95 lives lost, underscoring the severity of the floods and the desperate measures taken by many to escape the rising tide.
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