Heavy rains across Central Texas cause widespread flooding and two deaths, though the death toll remains significantly lower than last year's disaster.

Heavy rains across Central and South Texas caused significant flash flooding this week, resulting in two deaths and hundreds of rescues. While the Guadalupe River rose to nearly 38 feet in some areas, the impact was less catastrophic than the 2025 floods, which killed more than 130 people. The administration announced that the state is applying lessons learned from last year's tragedy to manage current river basins. Governor Greg Abbott noted that the previous disaster served as a warning, prompting the state to implement new safety requirements and warning siren mandates. Residents and emergency responders reported that higher levels of flood awareness and better tools allowed for more effective preparation this year. The flooding impacted several major rivers, including the Nueces, Pedernales, and Guadalupe. While some areas, such as the Kerrville KOA, saw unexpected water damage, many communities were able to evacuate successfully. Experts attributed the lower death toll to the fact that this year's storms were more spread out, providing officials with valuable lead time to issue warnings and coordinate rescues.

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