Torrential rains, starting Saturday, June 29, extended for a week and totaled as much as 2-3 feet in parts of south-central Texas, in particular the Texas Hill County northwest of San Antonio. Significant flooding affected more than 80 counties, with most extensive flooding concentrated in the San Antonio area. River levels reached record heights along the Medina and San Antonio Rivers. Major flooding affected the Nueces, Guadalupe, Atascosa, Frio, Sabinal and San Marco Rivers. Crests ranged as high as 30-40 feet above flood stage at a number of locations. Lakes and reservoirs fed by these rivers experienced uncontrolled spills, further exacerbating the downstream flooding. Hundreds of roads were closed, with numerous motorists rescued. The Governor called out the National Guard to help with rescues and evacuations. Pockets of heavy rain also caused flooding in western parts of Texas, including Abilene, where 12-14 inches of rain fell in the pre-dawn hours on July 6, causing flooding that required numerous evacuations. Heavy rain also caused Lake Brownwood to overflow, flooding a portion of the City of  Brownwood and resulting in evacuations. 

The State of Texas reports 9 fatalities and estimates that some 48,000 homes were damaged.  There has been widespread damage to roads, bridges and structures. Governor Perry indicated damages may be $1 billion.  Extensive evacuations and water rescues were conducted during the event. At least 5,000 people were instructed to evacuate their homes -- many more fled voluntarily.  As many as 25 shelters were opened to accommodate residents displaced from their homes. Numerous flood-related power and telephone outages were reported. Several water treatment plants were inundated and rendered inoperable.  There has been extensive impact to livestock and agricultural equipment, especially in the flood plain of the Nueces River.

The figure above shows rainfall totals and affected rivers.

Locations with major or record flooding (as of 7/11):

The following list of telephone numbers have been established to provide disaster victims with hotline access to available assistance and services: