A flood that came with terrifying swiftness The flooding began sometime after 4:00 a.m., when extreme rains of as much as 12 inches an hour hit, Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick said in a ...

Camp Mystic was established in 1926 on the banks of the Guadalupe River, according to its website. It is located 18 miles west of Kerrville. The camp runs three terms throughout the summer.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said that officials will “do everything humanly possible” to find anyone who is missing. “I’m asking the people of Texas, do some serious praying this afternoon.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick vowed to the parents of the missing campers that rescuers would find their daughters. State officials have confirmed 24 fatalities so far. No identities have been confirmed.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said 750 girls were at the camp when rain of up to 12 inches per hour fell. City officials estimated 27 girls are still missing.