This press release by Williamson County Texas
The Williamson County Office of Emergency Management encourages residents to remain vigilant regarding the dangers of ongoing flooding. Williamson County is under a Flood Watch through 7 p.m. Monday, July 7. Drivers should not drive past barricades or through water flowing over a road. The road beneath the water could have washed away or be unsafe.
Williamson County has confirmed two individuals are deceased as a result of the July 5 flooding. The first victim, recovered late Saturday night by the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office, was Kaitlyn Swallow, age 22, from the Liberty Hill area. After a full day of searching, the remains of another individual were recovered. At this time, one person still remains missing.
The Sheriff’s Office Swift Water Rescue Team spent the day on the water searching for the missing individuals. In addition, they conducted ground searches and dispatched a K9. The deputies were assisted by a STAR Flight helicopter from Travis County, as well as received assistance from Milam County, Cedar Park and various fire departments from around the area.
“My heart goes out to those who lost their loved ones in the devastating floods over the holiday weekend,” said County Judge Steven Snell. “I am very grateful for the tireless work of first responders, Road and Bridge crews and other county personnel over the past two days. I also am grateful for the assistance from neighboring agencies and the State of Texas. We have a long way to go in this recovery phase, but I know Williamson County is a caring and resilient community. The outpouring of support from the public to those impacted is humbling.”
Williamson County Road and Bridge crews were able to make repairs to CR 279 and open the road late Sunday afternoon. On Monday, crews will begin to evaluate, repair and reopen other county roads that suffered damage from the floodwaters. A list of closed roads is available at www.atxfloods.com.
The Central Texas Community Foundation started a fund to assist those impacted by the devastating floods. Anyone wishing to donate can go to CENTRAL TEXAS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC – Wilco Cares – Support July 2025 Flood Victims.
On Saturday, officials reported a total of 10 rescues were conducted during the flooding saving 27 people. The Hope House in Liberty Hill off CR 285 was evacuated by helicopter with assistance from Fort Hood.
Several mobile home parks located near the South Fork of the San Gabriel River received voluntary evacuation notices. Approximately 1,500 messages advising residents to evacuate were sent, and the Sheriff’s Office notified 55 residents by making door-to-door contact.
The Georgetown Animal Shelter evacuated its facility. Staff along with 37 dogs and 75 cats were evacuated to the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter.
A local state of disaster was issued by Williamson County Judge Steve Snell effective as of 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 5, 2025. A copy is available here.
To report a loved one missing in Williamson County, call 512-864-8282.
Residents are encouraged to register for local emergency alerts at WarnCentralTexas.org
To report flood damage to the state of Texas, do to iSTAT Damage Surveys.
For more information on flood safety, please visit this page.
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