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Texas floods update: Threat of flash flooding continues on Monday as death toll climbs
A flood watch continues to be in effect on Monday for the Texas Hill Country, an area where at least 90 people have died after unrelenting storms hit on July 4. The National Weather Service warned that the threat of flash flooding remains across Central Texas as slow-moving heavy rains continue overnight and through the day on Monday, July 7. The area could see two to four inches of additional rainfall, with isolated amounts of 10 inches possible. Additional heavy rainfall over the past few days in the hardest-hit areas could lead to rapid runoff and flash flooding. At least 27 children and counselors from Camp Mystic, a well-known all-girls summer camp in Kerr County, were among the dead after severe flooding swept through the area. Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha said during a Monday news conference that 10 girls and one counselor remain missing. It is difficult to pinpoint the exact locations where isolated heavier amounts of rainfall will occur, the National Weather Service said. At least 81 people have died in the flooding since Friday, officials said. 68 people, including 40 adults and 28 children died in Kerr County. An all-girls summer camp situated along the Guadalupe River, Camp Mystic, said was grieving the loss of 27 campers and counselors. Gov. Greg Abbott vowed to continue searching for those who are still unaccounted for. "We will remain 100% dedicated, searching for every single one of the children who were at Camp Mystic as well as anybody else in the entire riverbed," Abbott said in a news conference Sunday. "We are working as swiftly as possible." Abbott also warned Texans to stay vigilant ahead of more storms. "The next 2 days could pose public safety threats due to heavy rain. It's crucial that Texans remain vigilant," Abbott posted on Sunday. According to the National Weather Service, rain chances in Central Texas will decrease gradually on Tuesday, July 8, paving the way for drier and warmer conditions for the rest of the week. On July 4, rain was falling at 3-4 inches per hour, with some locations recording a deluge of up to seven inches of rain in just three hours, the National Weather Service said. Seven inches of rain is nearly 122 million gallons of water per square mile. The Kerrville area registered more than 11 inches of rain in the past three days. The Guadalupe River rose from less than a foot on July 3 to more than 34 feet in Kerrville by 6:45 a.m. on July 4. Other towns between San Antonio and Austin had nearly double the totals of Kerrville. Three rain gauges north of Austin registered more than 20 inches of rain between the mornings of July 3 and July 6. Twelve others showed more than 15 inches. Portions of at least four cities in the region took on more than 10 inches of rain during the Independence Day weekend: Liberty Hill, 20.6; Lakeway, 13.5; Kerrville, 11.9; and Leander 10.5. At least 90 people have died in the flooding since Friday, officials said. Below are the latest numbers of reported fatalities from state and local officials across Central Texas. Kerr County – 75 deaths Travis County – 7 deaths Burnet County – 3 deaths Kendall County – 2 deaths Williamson County - 2 deaths Tom Green County – 1 death The Guadalupe River begins in Texas Hill Country and flows for over 400 miles until it empties into San Antonio Bay at the Gulf of Mexico. USA Today contributed to this story. Natassia Paloma may be reached at npaloma@ @NatassiaPaloma on X; natassia_paloma on Instagram, and Natassia Paloma Thompson on Facebook. This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: Latest Texas flood news: Threat of flash flooding continues on Monday
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Kevin Connolly Is Engaged! Inside the Actor's Intimate, Firework-Filled Proposal to Zulay Henao (Exclusive)
Kevin Connolly proposed to Zulay Henao in his hometown of Long Island, New York on July 4 The Independence Day engagement was filled with fireworks and family, including the pair's 4-year-old daughter, Kennedy The couple have been dating for seven yearsKevin Connolly is engaged! The actor, 51, popped the question to his longtime girlfriend, Colombian actress Zulay Henao, 46, on Friday, July 4. The Independence Day proposal took place at Connolly's hometown of Long Island, New York, and was filled with fireworks and family, including the couple's 4-year-old daughter, Kennedy. "It was intimate, personal and so full of love," Henao tells PEOPLE. "Having Kennedy there made it unforgettable." is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! Connolly dropped down on one knee and proposed with a "timeless" and "elegant" diamond ring custom-designed by renowned jeweler KC Sukamto. The "classic and modern" sparkler is an emerald-cut solitaire, featuring a hidden halo and set in a two-tone design with a gold band. Following the heartfelt proposal, the Entourage star and If Loving You Is Wrong alum celebrated under shimmering stars and bright fireworks with a cozy dinner surrounded by close family. Connolly and Henao have been in a relationship for seven years. Connolly made his first appearance on Henao's Instagram page in a group photo posted in August 2018. A year and a half later in January 2020, Connolly posted a sweet skiing photo with Henao on his Instagram. Previously, the He's Just Not That Into You actor tagged Henao in a February 2019 Instagram post for their work together on the drama series The Oath. The pair announced they were expecting their first child together in January 2021, with Henao showing off her 18-week baby bump on Instagram. The Modern Muze founder previously teased her pregnancy news on Christmas Day in 2020 by sharing a photo on Instagram in which Connolly lovingly rested his hand on her stomach. In June 2021, Connolly and Henao welcomed their baby girl, who weighed 6 lbs., 14 oz. at birth. "She's really sweet and patient so far, not too much crying, just really curious about her surroundings," Henao wrote on her Instagram Stories at the time, adding, "I just watch in awe. She also has a huge appetite like her momma." Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Last month, the family of three celebrated Father's Day together. "Happy Father's Day Papi! We love you babe, thank you for being our home! You are Daddying beautifully, just look at the smiles in these pictures… muah baby," Henao wrote in a joint post on Instagram on June 15 alongside four family photos. Read the original article on People
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New topical threat may emerge near Southeast coast by mid-July
In a pattern similar to early July, an area along the southeastern coast of the United States is the zone being watched closely by AccuWeather meteorologists for the next round of tropical development in the Atlantic basin. Tropical depressions and storms tend to form close to Central America, the Caribbean and the waters adjacent to the southern U.S. early in the hurricane season. The area that gave birth to Chantal has been under close scrutiny by AccuWeather since the middle of June. The third tropical depression of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season formed late on Independence Day afternoon, then went on to become Tropical Storm Chantal the next week. Chantal formed in response to a stalled front and a weak dip in the jet stream. Chantal moved inland earlier in the week and brought flooding rain to parts of the Carolinas. While conditions are likely to remain quiet in the tropical Atlantic for the next few days, the same zone along the southern Atlantic coast has a low chance of brewing another tropical depression or storm spanning July 14-17. Similar to what meteorologists were monitoring prior to Chantal's formation, development could take place over the northeastern Gulf instead. For the setup in mid-July, the front is weaker and the jet stream dip is not as pronounced as that of around Independence Day. However, wind shear (disruptive winds) may be a bit lighter compared to earlier in the month. Balancing the concerns out, there is a low chance of development. Should development take place on the Atlantic side of Florida, it may once again drift northward toward the U.S. coast. Should development occur on the Gulf side of Florida, steering breezes could guide the area of interest westward along the northern Gulf coast. •Have the app? Unlock AccuWeather Alerts™ with Premium+ In either case, showers and thunderstorms can increase in coastal areas and adjacent waters offshore even if a storm center fails to form. Should a center form, more substantial rain and wind, with building surf, would unfold. The next name on the list of tropical storms for the 2025 season is Dexter. Conditions remain too hostile for tropical development farther to the south from the western shores of Africa through the Caribbean through at least the middle of July. Vast areas of dry air, dust from the Sahara Desert and disruptive winds are the main factors against development. The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is about one month ahead of the historical average, with three named storms already forming. Typically, the third tropical storm does not form until early August, or about a month after Chantal formed. The average date for the first hurricane is Aug. 11, and the first major (Category 3) hurricane generally forms around the start of September. AccuWeather's team of tropical meteorologists, led by hurricane expert Alex DaSilva, expects 13 to 18 tropical storms, of which seven to 10 will go on to become hurricanes and three to five are likely to evolve into major hurricanes for the 2025 season. Want next-level safety, ad-free? Unlock advanced, hyperlocal severe weather alerts when you subscribe to Premium+ on the AccuWeather app. AccuWeather Alerts™ are prompted by our expert meteorologists who monitor and analyze dangerous weather risks 24/7 to keep you and your family safer.
