A year after rebuilding from deadly floods, the Texas Hill Country faced another historic and expansive flood that killed two people and residents must try to rebuild again.
Uvalde and Kerr counties, along with several others in the Texas Hill Country, saw rivers crest to the same levels they did during the July 4, 2025, flooding that killed more than 130 people.
While the National Weather Service is forecasting rain to ease on July 17 and flood warnings to expire by the afternoon, the rebuilding process is only beginning for those affected by the floods.
Here’s how affected Texans can get help — and how others can pitch in.
Report Damage, Start an Insurance Claim
The Texas Department of Emergency Management is requesting that Texans use the Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool (iSTAT) Damage Surveys.
The iSTAT tool allows users to submit damages and losses to their residential, commercial and agricultural property and helps the state request support from the Federal Emergency Management Agency or other federal agencies.
The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) urges those affected by the floods to contact their individual insurance immediately.
TDI also offers a helpline from Monday to Friday — 800-252-3439 — to help Texans find their insurance company’s contact information and ask any questions about claims.
Mental Health Resources During the Texas Floods
Those going through a mental health crisis have access to the toll-free Disaster Distress Helpline from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.
People can call or text 800-985-5990 to be connected with a trained crisis counselor. The helpline operates year-round, 24 hours a day and is confidential. The counselors can also refer callers to local resources for additional support.
People can also call a crisis counselor who is available through the national Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.
Red Cross Shelters Open Across Texas Hill Country
There are three American Red Cross shelters in the Texas Hill Country:
Uvalde County Fairplex — 215 Veterans Lane.
Fredericksburg First United Methodist Church — 1800 N. Llano St.
Spring Branch Middle School — 21053 Texas Highway 46.
Uvalde Volunteer Fire Department has also opened shelters:
Dalton Elementary — 600 N. Fourth St.
Flores Elementary Campus — 901 N. Getty St.
Southwest Texas College — 2401 Garner Field Road.
How Can I Help Texas Flood Victims?
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has set up a flood relief fund — separate from the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund established following the July 2025 disaster.
Funds will help support nonprofit and civic organizations actively involved in response, relief and recovery efforts.
Rebuild Texas Fund has also been set up by the OneStar Foundation to help those affected, with 100% of donations reaching local organizations that provide essential recovery services, long-term rebuilding operations and infrastructure repair in Texas communities.
