Severe flooding in Kerr County, Texas, resulted in multiple reported deaths, primarily along the Guadalupe River. Provisional data indicated water levels surged more than 25 feet within two hours. Flood gauges predicted major flooding at certain levels, with the area noted for its susceptibility to flash flooding. Central Texas encounters unpredictable weather patterns caused by the interaction of cold northern air and warm Gulf moisture, leading to intense storms. The region's limestone geology prevents water absorption, contributing to rapid runoff into valleys during rain events.
The flood gauge nearest Camp Mystic recorded a rise of more than 25 feet in two hours, before going silent for the rest of the day.
The Guadalupe River area is known for being susceptible to flash flooding, with major flooding expected at 25 feet and disastrous flooding at 32 feet.
Central Texas is prone to intense rainstorms due to the collision of cold, dry air from the north and warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico.
The area's abundant limestone prevents water from soaking into the ground, causing it to rush into the valleys during heavy rainfall.
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