Here's what to know about the deadly flooding, the colossal weather system that drove it and ongoing efforts to identify victims.

A stretch of chain-link fence along the Guadalupe River in the Texas town of Kerrville has become a focal point for the community's grief.

This part of Texas Hill Country is known for flash floods. Why were so many people caught off guard when the river turned violent?

As he was driving back from Hunt, Texas, along the Guadalupe River, he was able to see the destruction of the flash flooding that has devastated central Texas, killing at least 120 people and leaving more than 170 missing. Nebraskans like Storey have since stepped up to do what they can to help.

Over 120 people have died after heavy rain pounded Kerr County, Texas, early Friday, leading to "catastrophic" flooding, the sheriff said.

In an effort to help Texas flooding victims, the organization is accepting donations for its Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, which its website says will “support nonprofit organizations, first responder agencies, and local governments actively involved in response, relief, and recovery efforts.”

Public officials in the area have come under repeated criticism amid questions about the timeline of what happened and why widespread warnings were

President Trump and First Lady Melania met with families in the Texas Hill Country and praised first responders amid tense talks on flood disaster response.