Texas Declares Flash Flood Emergency as Guadalupe River Surges 32 Feet in Hours

A flash flood emergency is unfolding in Texas Hill Country on Thursday as local officials warn residents to seek higher ground immediately. Read on for details about how much rain has fallen and what is still in store.

Evacuations Underway in Texas Hill Country as Rivers Crest

Heavy rain is falling across central Texas, causing the Guadalupe River at Center Point to rise 32 feet in a period of just four hours. Forecasters are warning that the river is predicted to reach levels similar to the deadly flooding event that killed over 100 people on July 4, 2025.

According to the gauge at Comfort, the Guadalupe River crested at 37.08 feet at about 8 am CDT on Thursday. This measurement broke the previous record of 35.64 feet on the day of last year's catastrophic flooding.

Several rivers are forecast to reach major flood stage by the end of the week, creating a life-threatening situation in this part of the Lone Star State.  A flood warning is in place for multiple communities along the Guadalupe, including the city of Kerrville. Kerrville Mayor Joe Herring Jr. said that there have been no flood-related deaths reported as of Thursday morning, noting that he hoped that the new warning systems are working as intended.