The Texas Hill Country is reeling after a devastating flood with a confirmed death toll of at least 84 people killed by the flooding in Kerr County, authorities said. Confirmed deaths in surrounding counties pushed the storm's overall toll to more than 100, underscoring the urgent need for Central Texas flood recovery.

Rescue efforts are still underway as authorities search for 10 girls who went missing from Camp Mystic, a long-running Christian camp. With families turning to social media for answers, officials warn the full scope of the disaster may not be known yet.

Clouds threatened to dump more rain across the region on Monday, July 7. Regional National Weather Service offices have issued watches for possible flash flooding in various Central Texas counties and more urgent warnings of imminent flooding near the San Saba and Leon rivers. Check for any watches or warnings by looking up your city or zip code on the National Weather Service’s website.

As rescue efforts continue in Kerrville, questions are arising about how to assist those affected by the flood. Here is a guide on how you can help those in need, along with safety tips for dealing with flood warnings and what to do when you encounter flood waters.

How To Support Central Texas Flood Recovery

Several organizations and businesses launched aid efforts over the weekend to help Kerrville and areas affected by flooding.

GoFundMe has set up a page featuring several fundraisers for Texas flood relief. Always double-check before donating to avoid scammers.

Kerr County and Kerrville Relief Efforts

In Kerrville, the local police department and some local groups say they are now prioritizing monetary donations. Kerrville police on Sunday said they did not need food or water donations at the moment, encouraging people to instead donate to the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund or sign up for a volunteer database in case of additional needs.

The fund was created by The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country, a 501(c)(3) charity, that will be directing money to “vetted organizations providing rescue, relief, and recovery efforts as well as flood assistance,” according to its site.

Read the full article about Central Texas flood recovery at The Texas Tribune.