Disaster Overview - The number of missing individuals in Kerr County remains at 161 after 24 hours of searching [2] - The death toll in Kerr County has risen to 96 [25] - The search area covers around 1,000 miles of the river and surrounding area [13] Recovery Efforts - Search efforts involve state, local, and federal agencies, as well as volunteer organizations [8][10] - Teams from other states and Mexico are assisting with the search [8][11] - Resources include helicopters, scuba divers, cadaver dogs, and horses [9][11] Community Impact - Five campers and one counselor are still missing from Camp Mystic [14][16] - The Camp Mystic community is strong and supporting each other [18][19] - Community visuals were held to remember and grieve together [17] Accountability and Future Prevention - Questions are being raised about accountability and whether more could have been done to prevent the loss of life [4] - A special session will be held to address the response and these questions [4] - Officials state they will be "very weather alert" regarding potential future flooding [6] Aid and Resources - Short-term and long-term housing, food, and clothing are needed for survivors [21] - A FEMA site is open to provide resources for those not covered by insurance [22] - Donations can be made to the Hill Country community group and United Way [19][22][23]
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