Catastrophic flooding occurred in the Texas Hill Country on July 4, 2025. The Guadalupe River surged, rising about 30 feet in an hour, causing destruction and loss of life. The flooding resulted in significant damage to infrastructure, including bridges and roads.

The disaster struck during the holiday weekend, catching many families off guard as they celebrated. The rising water brought tragedy, with at least 137 people killed in the flood.

Further details about the flooding and its aftermath are available through NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth.