Kerr faces second major flood

Rainfall has lessened, but Kerrville police urge residents to stay put while critical flash flood warnings continue from Hunt to Center Point and another major flood unfolds in Kerr County in as many years.

The Kerr County Sheriff’s Office confirms at least one death in the Center Point area, while an evacuation has been called for those near Quinlan Creek.

All Kerr County camps confirm that their campers are safe.

Three emergency shelters are open: Calvary Temple, 3000 TX-524 Loop in Kerrville and City West Church, 3139 Junction Highway in Ingram and Center Point ISD Gymnasium, 215 China St. in Center Point.

A power outage has plagued parts of Kerrville and a water main break occurred near Arcadia Loop bridge. The city has asked residents to minimize water usage to conserve water as a precaution.

The barge that was located on Nimitz Lake and operated by the Texas Division of Emergency Management for continued recovery from the 2025 flood, has floated down to Louise Hays Park. The Sidney Baker Bridge is closed until it is deemed safe.

The city, county and state have declared a state of disaster, triggering the resources and procedures necessary for responding to major emergencies.

Outdoor flood sirens sounded in the western camp corridor during thunderstorms in the early morning hours. At least one camp was reported evacuating. 

The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has opened a dedicated fund for this flood disaster. Austin Dickson, CEO of the Community Foundation that continues to fund a major portion of the July 4 2025 flood recovery, said the organization stands ready to assist in the community’s recovery.

“Our hearts break that the Texas Hill Country is once again facing catastrophic flooding. Just one year after the devastating July 2025 floods, many of our neighbors are again in harm’s way,” Dickson said. “As first responders and local and state officials continue their response efforts, the Community Foundation’s role is to help ensure communities have the philanthropic resources they need to recover in the weeks, months and years ahead.”