At least 24 people are dead and more than 20 campers are missing after flash floods tore through Texas, prompting massive rescue efforts and leaving families desperate for answers.

Rescuers search for missing people; forecasters say the threat of flooding and heavy rainfall isn't over. Latest updates.

Both of Texas' senators have reacted to the floods. Ted Cruz urged people to follow the instructions of local authorities, and posted on the social media site X: "Please pray right now for everyone in the Hill Country, especially Camp Mystic", referring to the summer camp where 20 children are missing.