10.07.2025 14:10
The severe flooding disaster in the state of Texas, United States, has led to a tragedy in which 119 people lost their lives. This has been recorded as a more deadly disaster than Hurricane Harvey in 2017. Authorities have announced that 161 people are still missing and that numerous settlements are submerged.
The severe flooding disaster in Texas, United States, has so far led to the deaths of 119 people. Thus, this disaster has become more deadly than Hurricane Harvey, which killed 107 people in 2017.
Authorities also announced that 161 people are still missing. Flash floods, particularly affecting the central regions of Texas, have submerged many settlements.
A similar situation occurred in the state of New Mexico. On Tuesday, at least three people lost their lives due to sudden flooding in the mountainous town of Ruidoso. Images shared on social media show houses being swept away by floodwaters and streets turning into rivers.
The National Weather Service stated that the flooding in Ruidoso is very dangerous, warning citizens, "Do not drive in floodwaters; the current can sweep your vehicle away."
Intense rainfall has exacerbated the situation in areas previously damaged by fires, causing the Ruidoso River to rise 4.5 meters in just one hour. It has been reported that the river level exceeded 6 meters, reaching record levels.
Emergency response teams rescued nearly 100 people after this emergency was declared on Tuesday afternoon.
Ruidoso Mayor Lynn Crawford described the disaster as "much worse than expected," stating that the impact of the flooding is significant.