Concern in the United States for the devastating floods of Texas that leave 68 dead, including 21 minors

Chijioke Obinna

Concern in the United States for the devastating floods of Texas that leave 68 dead, including 21 minors

At least 68 people have lost their lives in Texas (United States), including 21 minors, because of the devastating floods caused by the Overflow of the Guadalupe River. Such is the degree of gravity, that US President Donald Trump has declared the ‘state of great disaster’. This has been announced in his social truth account: “I just signed the statement of great disaster for Kerr County, in Texas, to ensure that our brave emergency services immediately have the resources they need.”

As the president of the United States has pointed out, Families are “living an unimaginable tragedy” due to so many deaths and missing people. “The Trump administration continues to work closely with state and local leaders,” he added, not forgetting to thank emergency services for their work. “Our incredible coastguards and emergency services They have saved more than 850 lives. God bless families and God bless Texas! “

Effects of floods in Texas | EFE/Alejandra Arredondo

Special concern for about twenty missing girls

In addition to the deceased, in the United States the concern is increasing, given the number of missing, among which is a twenty girls who were in a Christian camp at the time of flood river. As announced by the administrator of the city of Kerville, Dalton Rice, in statements to CNN, these figures “will constantly change.”

Given the seriousness of the matter, the president of Spain, Pedro Sánchezhas solidarity with the American people through a publication in X. “All my support for the American people in these difficult times. Our solidarity with the families of the victims,” ​​he said. Like him, other outstanding figures have shown their condolences, such as the singer Shakira: “I can only think of their families and your immense pain. My prayers are with you on this sad day.”

Chijioke Obinna

I've been passionate about storytelling and journalism since my early days growing up in Lagos. With a background in political science and years of experience in investigative reporting, I aim to bring nuanced perspectives to pressing global issues. Outside of writing, I enjoy exploring Nigeria’s vibrant cultural scene and mentoring young aspiring journalists.