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July 4th deadly Texas floods, one year later
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Elizabeth Evans , as published by FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News
· July 3, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The flooding claimed the lives of more than 130 people. A tragic event occurred in Central Texas over the July 4th weekend one year ago.
A tragic event occurred in Central Texas over the July 4th weekend one year ago. Floodwaters swept through the area, resulting in significant loss of life. The flooding claimed the lives of more than 130 people.
Further details about the incident are available from local news sources. Residents in West Lake Hills and surrounding areas may recall the devastating impact of the floods.
For more information about the July 4th floods, readers can refer to the original report from FOX 7 Austin.
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Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 7 Austin (KTBC) - News ·
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