At least one person has died in severe flooding across central Texas, the same area that experienced more than 130 deaths in flash floods last summer, including 25 children and two counsellors at Camp Mystic, an all-girls camp near Kerrville along the Guadalupe River.

Following days of torrential rain, the National Weather Service in San Antonio reported "large and deadly" flooding expected to ravage the region. Early on Thursday morning, emergency officials urged residents to evacuate.

In a Thursday afternoon update, Texas Governor Greg Abbott confirmed the death and stated that about 80 rescues have been made. He clarified that the person who died was not a camper in the region. Governor Abbott emphasized, "We will be doing everything possible to save human life," and warned that the "rapidly rising rivers" will continue to rise throughout the day.

The Guadalupe River has surged dramatically, rising 32 feet (975 cm) within a four-hour span, according to the Texas Tribune. The National Weather Service continues to provide constant updates, highlighting the urgent threat and urging people to seek safety.

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