Texas man describes historic flood as worst seen in 20 years, vows to stay
Jonestown, Texas – A Texas man, David Abboud, shared his experience of witnessing the worst flooding in Jonestown in the past 20 years. Abboud, the owner of a paintball facility, described the devastation caused by the storm that ravaged Central Texas.
Abboud mentioned that the storm brought a wall of water in the early hours of the morning, reaching a height of 23 to 25 feet and a flow rate of 50,000 cubic feet per second. He emphasized that the flooding was unprecedented, leaving debris lines in the trees as evidence of the water’s reach.
Despite the challenges, Abboud remained determined to keep his business running. He expressed gratitude for the assistance of community members who helped rescue people from nearby homes. The flooding also led to the loss of fields and roads, but Abboud remained optimistic about cleaning up and rebuilding.
The Texas Division of Emergency Management Chief, W. Nim Kidd, shared reports of another potential wall of water forming in the creeks, prompting evacuations in the area. The ongoing rainfall raised concerns about further flooding, prompting authorities to take precautionary measures.
Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha warned residents about potential rises in the Guadalupe River and Johnson Creek due to additional rainfall. The sheriff’s office reported 68 deaths in Kerr County, including 40 adults and 28 children. Efforts were underway to identify the remaining victims and reunite them with their families.
President Donald Trump expressed his intention to visit Texas to assess the situation firsthand. He planned to visit the affected areas on Friday to avoid disrupting ongoing rescue and relief efforts.
The devastating floods in Jonestown underscored the importance of community resilience and preparedness in the face of natural disasters. As Texas continues to grapple with the aftermath of the storm, authorities and residents are working together to rebuild and restore normalcy to the affected areas.
