Texas Flood Death Toll Reaches 79, Expected to Continue Climbing — 11 People from Camp Mystic Still Missing

The death toll from the flood along the Guadalupe River Basin in Texas has climbed to 79 as of July 6, with 10 girls and one counselor from Camp Mystic still missing.

At least 28 of the deceased have been confirmed to be children.

The New York Times reported on Sunday:

“The death toll rose to 79 and dozens remained unaccounted for, including 10 girls from a summer camp on the river.”

Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha said, “22 of those found dead had not yet been identified...