Why Texas Hill Country is one of the deadliest places in the US for flash flooding

(The Conversation) — The Texas Hill Country is known for its landscapes, where shallow rivers wind among hills and through rugged valleys. That geography also makes it one of the deadliest places in the U.S. for flash flooding.

In the early hours of July 4, 2025, a flash flood swept through an area of Hill Country dotted with summer camps and small towns about 70 miles northwest of San Antonio.

MAP: Where have flash flooding fatalities been confirmed in Texas?

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