Senator John Cornyn has taken to social media to express his sentiments regarding the recent flooding in Kerr County and Central Texas. The tweets reflect a somber acknowledgment of the tragedy, which has claimed lives and left others missing.
In a post from July 5, 2025, Cornyn shared his grief over the loss of life at Camp Mystic. He wrote, “Camp Mystic. So many young lives lost. Others unaccounted for. With GregAbbott_TX @SecNoem, and @chiproytx: we are offering condolences, praying with the grieving, and giving thanks for the rescued.” This statement underscores the gravity of the situation as well as efforts to support those affected.
Later that day, Cornyn posted another tweet highlighting the severity of the natural disaster by stating that “River rose 26 feet in 45 minutes”. This succinct update conveys the rapid escalation of conditions leading to widespread devastation.
In a subsequent message on July 5th, he noted that Texans are collectively mourning due to this calamity while expressing hope for those impacted. His tweet reads: “This weekend, Texans are mourning the lives lost in the devastating flooding in Kerr County & across Central Texas, and we are all praying for the families affected.” Senator Cornyn also mentioned joining other officials like @Sec_Noem, @GregAbbott_TX, @RepChipRoy, and TDEM Chief Kidd on-site for a briefing on relief efforts.
Additional information: Camp Mystic is an annual summer camp located near Hunt in Kerr County known for its programs aimed at building character among young attendees.
