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The organizations working together to help the flood victims said that 'no additional in-kind donations (clothing, food, supplies) are needed in Kerrville.' They said the best way to help is with monetary donations.

Initial emergency funds and resources are being made available to flood victims and survivors impacted by severe flood weather beginning July 2 and ongoing in central

A flood watch is in effect into July 15 for more than a dozen counties as saturated ground gets drenched again.

Kerrville residents are grappling with widespread damage to homes, cars and belongings after recent flooding. Many are turning to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) for financial help.

If you have a missing person, email [email protected] with the name and description of the missing person. You can also provide photos to aid in identification. The reunification center for those waiting on word about missing persons is at Calvary Temple Church, 3000 Loop 534.

Kerr County workers affected by July 4 flooding can now apply for disaster unemployment assistance through the Texas Workforce Commission.