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‘Help, help’: Kerr County woman recalls the night floodwaters swept through the Hill Country
By Blake Holland at CBS7 / KOSA-TV News (firstalert7.com)
· July 1, 2026
· 2 min read
KERR COUNTY, Texas (KLTV) - One year after floodwaters swept through the Texas Hill Country on July 4, 2025, killing more than 100 people, a Kerr County woman is processing the tragedy through faith — and putting it into words.Dr. Sandy Kirk lives along the Guadalupe River. She was asleep when th...
Key takeaway Sandy Kirk lives along the Guadalupe River.
Why this matters in The Odessa
The devastating flood that swept through the Texas Hill Country on July 4, 2025, may seem distant from Odessa , but the disaster's impact on communities and individuals is a stark reminder of the importance of disaster preparedness and response in our own region. As the Permian Basin area is prone to severe weather events, including flash flooding, the story of Dr. Sandy Kirk and the Kerr County community serves as a cautionary tale. The outpouring of support and unity in the face of tragedy is a testament to the resilience of Texas communities, and Odessa residents can learn from the ways in which Kerr County has come together to heal and rebuild. As Odessa continues to grow and develop, it is crucial that local leaders and residents prioritize emergency preparedness and community cohesion, so that if a similar disaster were to strike, the city would be equipped to respond and recover.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: CBS7 / KOSA-TV News (firstalert7.com) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? KERR COUNTY, Texas (KLTV) - One year after floodwaters swept through the Texas Hill Country on July 4, 2025, killing more than 100 people, a Kerr County woman is processing the tragedy through faith — and putting it into words.Dr. Sandy Kirk lives along the Guadalupe River. She was asleep when th...
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