Texas floods leave 69 dead, dozens missing as rescue efforts intensify

Severe floods in Texas have killed 69 people and left dozens missing, prompting massive rescue operations across affected counties amid rising water levels.

Severe flooding triggered by torrential rainfall in central Texas has claimed the lives of at least 69 people, including 21 children, according to state officials. The floods were caused by the sudden overflow of the Guadalupe River on Friday, following days of relentless downpours.

Emergency services have launched large-scale rescue operations across the state.