According to the Washington Post, the death count from the flash floods that ravaged Central Texas over the 4th of July Weekend has reached 109. But 161 people are missing, which, the Post reports, is "raising the possibility that the death toll could surpass 200.

State officials said rescue efforts in Central Texas following devastating flooding continue, emphasizing the state's continued commitment to recovery.

Ted Cruz was overseas again when disaster hit Texas - but his team claims he ‘promptly’ booked a flight home this time - Senator Ted Cruz’s team said he returned to Texas ‘as fast as humanly possible’