Deadly Floods Slam Texas: 2 Killed, Hundreds Pulled from Floodwaters

A devastating flood emergency is unfolding across parts of Texas, where relentless rainfall has left at least two people dead and hundreds of others in need of rescue.

Several Texas communities have been overwhelmed by more than 20 inches of rain that has fallen since the start of the week, sending floodwaters surging through neighborhoods and trapping residents in their homes and vehicles.

Emergency responders have conducted hundreds of rescues as the floodwaters continue to pose serious dangers to those caught in the affected areas.