'Sorry, I'm Not Going To Make It': Hero Dad Bleeds Out After Saving Family From Texas Flood
More than 100 people have died in catastrophic floods sweeping across central Texas, with authorities continuing large-scale rescue and recovery operations
A 27-year-old father, Julian Ryan, is being hailed as a hero after sacrificing his life to save his family during the devastating floods that swept through Central Texas on July 4. As floodwaters from the Guadalupe River rapidly inundated their home, Ryan acted swiftly to ensure the safety of his fiancée, Christinia Wilson, their children, and his mother.
According to KHOU, the water began pouring into their house in the early morning hours, rising swiftly and leaving little time to react. In a desperate bid to create an escape route, Ryan punched through a window, severely injuring his arm and severing an artery. Despite his critical injury, he managed to help his family reach safety. Tragically, due to the rapidly rising waters and lack of immediate emergency response, Ryan succumbed to his injuries. His final words to his family were, 'I'm sorry, I'm not going to make it. I love y'all."
Ryan's family and friends remember him as a loving and selfless individual. His sister, Connie Salas, told KHOU, 'He died a hero, and that will never go unnoticed." The community has rallied around the family, with a GoFundMe campaign established to support them during this difficult time. The tragic incident underscores the sudden and deadly nature of flash floods in the region, prompting discussions about the need for improved warning systems and emergency preparedness.
Over 100 Dead In Texas Flood
More than 100 people have died in catastrophic floods sweeping across central Texas, with authorities continuing large-scale rescue and recovery operations even as weather conditions are expected to improve, CNN reported on Tuesday.
One of the hardest-hit areas is Camp Mystic, a Christian all-girls summer camp along the Guadalupe River in Kerr County, where 27 campers and counsellors have been confirmed dead, and 11 others — ten campers and one counsellor — remain missing. Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha said that the county alone has reported 75 fatalities, including 48 adults and 27 children, most of them linked to the camp tragedy.
Elsewhere, in Travis County, which includes Austin, officials confirmed seven deaths and reported ten people missing. In Williamson County, two fatalities have been reported, with one body recovered on Sunday.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott said that more than 20 state agencies are working around the clock to support search, rescue, and relief operations, describing the disaster as one of the deadliest the state has witnessed in years.
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