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a day ago
- CTV News
Woman crawls 14 hours to get help after breaking her femur in crash
Watch A Colorado woman shares her story of survival after jackknifing a trailer on her ranch property and having to crawl almost 14 hours to get help.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Texas Man Fights Back Tears as He Gets Emotional Reacting to Flooding Tragedy: 'The Devastation is Unbelievable'
A Texas rancher fought back tears as he reacted to the flooding tragedy that affected Texas on July 4 "There are just no words that I can say that describe what I'm seeing," the local resident said More than 50 people have died, and many others remain missing following the tragedyA Texas rancher had an emotional reaction to the devastating impact of the flooding tragedy affecting his community. The man, who did not share his identity, fought back tears as he called the ordeal 'the worst flood' the region has seen. Standing in front of a destroyed building, he tearfully told CNN, 'I grew up with this store. I've danced here, I've been here. Sat by the fireplace in a rocking chair and drank a beer. The devastation … there are just no words that I can say that describe what I'm seeing.' 'My ranch, it was completely underwater. The water got that high — just unbelievable,' the resident from Hunt in western Kerr County continued, shaking his head. "This very well may be the worst flood Hunt has ever seen," he added. More than 50 people have died, including 28 adults and 15 children, following the devastating flash floods in central Texas on Friday, July 4, NBC News, CNN and The Washington Post reported as of Sunday, July 6. Many others remain missing, including several young girls from the Christian summer camp, Camp Mystic. The rancher reacted to the horror faced by the young campers this week, telling CNN, 'The devastation is unbelievable. How these kids survived in any of these camps along the river is nothing short of a miracle." Kerr County, which is approximately 50 miles northwest of San Antonio, was hit particularly hard by the floods. According to CNN, Hunt received more than six inches of rain in three hours on July 4, experiencing "more than an entire summer's worth of rain.' Flooding in the Guadalupe River, which runs through Kerr County, reached its second-highest height ever, receiving at least 10 inches of rain in the area, per ABC affiliate Eyewitness News and San Antonio outlet KSAT. 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. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in an initial July 4 statement the state 'is providing all necessary resources to Kerrville, Ingram, Hunt and the entire Texas Hill Country dealing with these devastating floods.' In another, shared a day later, he issued a proclamation declaring Sunday, July 6, a "Day of Prayer" in Texas. Read the original article on People
Daily Mail
06-07-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mail
Texas rancher fights back tears as he describes flooded town's 'unbelievable' devastation as death toll climbs to 50
A Texas rancher held back tears as he revealed the overwhelming destruction caused by a monstrous flash flood that swept through communities across the state on Friday. The resident of Hunt - whose family has called the area home for over a century -reflected on the many 'good times' he's experienced in the close-knit Southern town, now left in ruins by the extreme weather event that claimed at least 50 lives, including 15 children from a local summer camp. 'This very well may be the worst flood Hunt has ever seen,' he said. 'The devastation is unbelievable. How these kids survived, in any of these camps along the river, is nothing short of a miracle.' As of Saturday afternoon, the death toll has risen to 50, with 27 children from Camp Mystic - a summer camp situated along the Guadalupe River - still missing, CNN reported. Overcome with emotion, the proud Texan explained that he grew up in the area, with many of his best memories now reduced to debris. 'I grew up with this store,' he explained, standing in front of what was left of his property. 'I've danced here, I've been here. Sat by the fireplace in a rocking chair and drank a beer. The devastation… there are just no words that I can say that describe what I'm seeing.' He went on to describe how the water rose, leveling his beloved home. 'My ranch - it was completely underwater. The water got that high,' he said, shaking his head in utter disappointment. 'Just unbelievable,' he added. At least 50 people have died after the Guadalupe River surged 30 feet above its normal height, devastating children's summer camps and ripping apart families. Harrowing images have emerged showing the remains of the summer camp where at least three campers lost their lives after it was deluged by deadly flood waters. Dozens more people, including other campers, are still missing. Among those confirmed dead are 15 children, including the three young girls who were attending Camp Mystic. The girls' sodden beds and belongings were seen covered in river water following the decimation Renee Smajstrla, eight, Janie Hunt, nine, and Sarah Marsh all perished when Camp Mystic in Hunt was washed away by the flood waters. Among the other confirmed dead are: Jeff Ramsey and Jane Ragsdale, the director of Heart O' the Hills, another nearby summer camp. And 850 people have been rescued by authorities. Heartbreaking pictures show how the side of the summer camp has been completely wrenched away by the floods. Inside, the sodden beds and blankets of the campers can be seen covered in a thick sludge. Belongings such as bags and clothing are also seen strewn across the floor. Another build saw its roof sag over the ruined building and pieces of jagged wood splintered underneath it. Search and rescue efforts remain the top priority in central Texas, according to Kerrville City Manager Dalton Rice, as crews continue to search for the missing along the Guadalupe River. 'We're really focused on life safety,' Rice said. 'Our primary focus is on the search and rescue of every single person involved, and we'll continue through the night to make sure that happens.' He noted that recovery operations were also underway Saturday, with authorities working to identify victims. 'We knew today was going to be that day, so our numbers are going to constantly be changing,' he said. 'We're in a marathon,' Rice added. 'And we've got to make sure we always keep that in mind - and look after each other.'
Fox News
10-06-2025
- Fox News
'Unhappy cow' sends Texas rancher flying to hospital in dramatic airlift rescue after unexpected attack
A Leon County, Texas, rancher was airlifted to a hospital and another person was taken by ambulance after being attacked by what officials called "an unhappy cow" on Monday morning. In a post on Facebook, Leon County Emergency Management (LCEM) said "AirMed 12 N" picked up an injured rancher who had been "attacked by an unhappy cow." FOX 26 in Houston reported that EMS responded at about 9 a.m. to the area, which is located nearly 90 miles east of Waco, Texas, and nearly half-way between Houston and Dallas. Responding units included LCEM and other emergency medical crews from the area. Officials did not identify the people who were injured by the cow nor did they disclose the severity of their injuries. The reason the cow became unhappy remains unknown. This is not the first time an animal has turned on its caretaker. In April 2022, an Irish man was attacked by a rooster with a history of attacking people, according to reports. The Irish Examiner in Cork, Ireland, reported that Jasper Kraus was allegedly attacked by a Brahma chicken that was moved to his property in Ballinasloe after it attacked a child. During a judicial inquiry into the matter, Garda Eoine Browne said he responded to reports of a sudden death on April 28, 2022, and when he arrived, he spoke to paramedics who said CPR attempts to revive the victim were unsuccessful. Kraus was in the kitchen and on the ground in a pool of blood when Brown arrived and appeared to be suffering from a single wound on the back of one of his legs. Kraus's daughter said during the inquiry that she realized the rooster must have caused her father's death after she saw blood on its claws. She also revealed the same rooster had previously attacked her daughter. Corey O'Keefe, a tenant at Kraus's house, was questioned about the incident and said he returned home from work at 8 a.m. that morning, fed the animals and asked Kraus how he was doing before heading off to bed. A little while later, O'Keefe reported, Kraus was screaming for help. When O'Keefe went out to see what was wrong, he saw blood spurting from a large wound on the back of Kraus's calf, along with two other scratches. The victim went in and out of consciousness, O'Keefe reportedly said, and at one point said the word "rooster." Kraus was ultimately pronounced dead at the scene. The coroner recorded Kraus's death as misadventure, or an accident, describing the incident as a dreadful experience for the family.
