Lt. Col. Doc Peter Chambers (Retired) appeared on Friday evening’s WarRoom with Steve Bannon to talk about a concerning situation with over 20 young girls missing due to heavy flooding in Texas.
Severe flooding is ongoing across Central Texas, specifically from Kerr County down through Hunt and San Saba counties, as a result of an unprecedented deluge of rainfall over a short period. The Guadalupe River and its tributaries have experienced rapid and dangerous rises, with river crests increasing between 20 to 30 feet in some locations. This flooding has devastated local communities and led to tragic consequences, including confirmed fatalities and multiple missing persons, many of whom are children.
Chambers talked to Bannon about the following details:
According to Chambers
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Fatalities: 6 confirmed as of this report.
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Missing: 23 children reported missing from Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp in Hunt, Texas, during Fourth of July weekend. These children are reportedly as young as under 10 years old. Authorities are working urgently to locate and rescue them.
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Survivor Update: There are hopeful reports of twin sisters who survived by clinging to tree branches as floodwaters rose rapidly around their campsite.
Flooding
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River levels have risen rapidly due to heavy rainfall concentrated over a brief timeframe.
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The Guadalupe River in some areas rose up to 26 feet within 45 minutes, though this rapid rise is subject to verification.
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The flooding impact is exacerbated by the geography of Central Texas, where the hill country and varying slopes contribute to flash flooding.
Rescue and Response Efforts
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Lt. Col. Doc Chambers leads a civilian rescue team specializing in humanitarian response and counter-human trafficking operations, now fully mobilized for flood rescue.
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His team consists of experienced operators, including Swiss water rescue professionals.
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The team coordinates closely with Texas Department of Emergency Management (TDEM), Texas Military Department (TMD), and local Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs).
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Helicopter assets, including Blackhawk helicopters, are deployed by the Texas Military Department to conduct aerial searches despite challenging weather conditions.
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Rescue operations continue around the clock, focusing on locating survivors and providing humanitarian assistance.
Public Communication and Support
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Updates and situation reports are regularly posted on Lt. Col. Chambers’ official X (Twitter) account: @DocPeteChambers.
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The public is encouraged to follow this account for real-time updates and calls for logistical support.
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Donations and support efforts can be coordinated through civilian teams and local NGOs engaged in the response, details of which are available via @DocPeteChambers.
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Truck and stock trailer logistics are currently supporting flood response by clearing roads and aiding displaced livestock, but the primary focus remains on human rescue.
Public Safety Message
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Residents and those following the situation are urged to pray for the missing children and affected families.
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The power of floodwaters is immense and unpredictable; anyone in the affected area should heed evacuation orders and avoid flood zones.
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Those with resources or skills in search and rescue or logistics are encouraged to contact local authorities or follow social media channels for ways to assist safely.
Contact Information Summary
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Lt. Col. Doc Peter Chambers (Ret.)
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Social Media/X: @DocPeteChambers
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Coordination: Texas Department of Emergency Management (TDEM)
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Texas Military Department (TMD) Liaison
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Local Emergency Operations Centers (EOCs) in Kerr County, Hunt County, San Saba County
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This remains a dire and rapidly evolving situation. Rescue teams are working tirelessly in challenging weather conditions to locate survivors and deliver relief to affected communities. Cooperation between civilian operators, state emergency management, and military resources is crucial. The public’s prayers, support, and attention are vital to sustaining these efforts.
For more context, watch this WarRoom segment: