AUSTIN, Texas — At least 15 people are dead and multiple others are missing after heavy rainfall over the weekend that set off deadly flooding, according to Central Texas officials.


What You Need To Know

  • Travis County officials confirmed to the Austin American-Statesman that seven people have died in the county

  • Williamson County Judge Steve Snell told reporters at a news conference Monday morning that two people have died in the county and at least one person is missing, but he said there may be another person missing

  • In Burnet County, officials confirmed Monday afternoon at a news conference that four people have died and two people are still missing. County officials then confirmed to the Austin American-Statesman that one more person was found dead Monday evening

  • One of the people who died in the flooding was a rising sophomore at Glenn High School

Travis County officials confirmed to the Austin American-Statesman that seven people have died in the county.

One of the people who died in the flooding was a rising sophomore at Glenn High School, which is part of the Leander Independent School District.

According to a tribute posted to Facebook, Braxton Jarmon was a “cherished member” of the high school marching band and football program.

The band and football programs have created a fundraiser to help his family.

“Let’s come together as a community to honor Braxton’s memory by holding one another close and upholding the band culture he helped create—one built on connection, compassion, and care,” the post said.

Williamson County Judge Steve Snell said that two people have died in the county, and a third death was confirmed on Tuesday afternoon. County officials released the names of two of the victims, 22-year-old Kaitlyn Swallow from Liberty Hill and 64-year-old Sherry Merlene Richardson from Liberty Hill.

"We are so grateful for the support from our cities and fellow counties to aid us in the search. We also are thankful for the outpouring of prayers and donations from the community for the flood victims. Williamson County is a strong and resilient community that helps one another. While we have a long road ahead, we are up to the task," said Snell in a statement.

In Burnet County, officials confirmed Monday afternoon at a news conference that four people have died. County officials later confirmed to the Austin American-Statesman Tuesday morning that one more person was found dead, bringing the total to five. There is still one person missing in the county.

First responders in both Travis and Williamson counties were dispatched to perform dozens of water rescues.

Several roads suffered major damage, including the road connecting Lago Vista and Marble Falls, FM 1431 and the stretch of 1431, just west of Lago Vista.

Water rescues included a call in the Sandy Creek neighborhood from a family who was trapped in their home by rapidly rising floodwater. Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services (ATCEMS) evacuated 25 people from the area, according to a Facebook post.

A majority of the Central Texas flooding hit Kerr County, located about an hour north of San Antonio. As of Tuesday morning, 86 people, including 56 adults and 30 children, have died in the county.