Texas Governor Greg Abbott confirmed Friday that severe flooding in the Hill Country and South Texas has resulted in a third fatality, after a driver was swept away by high water in Val Verde County.
The catastrophic floods, which occurred earlier this month, have prompted more than 500 rescues and caused widespread damage to homes and businesses. Floodwaters continue to move down the Nueces River, leaving some areas currently inaccessible.
Amid the ongoing disaster response, Governor Abbott has praised the advance preparations undertaken by La Salle County as downstream areas prepare for the advancing floodwaters.
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