A summer retreat along the Guadalupe River turned tragic when sudden flash floods struck Kerr County, Texas, killing at least 51 people, including 15 children. Camp Mystic, a girls’ Christian summer camp, was hardest hit, with 27 children still missing as rescue efforts continue amid dangerous conditions.

The floods were caused by a rare and powerful “flood wave” — a sudden surge of water racing down the river at up to 40 mph, catching many off guard. Several families, including a vacationing family of four and the Brake family, were swept away in minutes, highlighting the flood’s speed and force.Recovery efforts are ongoing, with officials urging caution and offering prayers for those lost and missing in this devastating disaster.