In the aftermath of catastrophic flooding in central Texas that killed at least 82 people over the Fourth of July weekend, Texas state Rep. Wes Virdell told Newsmax on Monday that donations to local relief organizations are “very much appreciated” and will help keep first responder efforts on the ground going.

Virdell told “Wake Up America” that rescue and recovery efforts are ongoing in Kerr County, Texas, where the Guadalupe River swelled 26 feet in just 45 minutes in the early morning hours of Friday. The flash flooding swept away summer camp cabins, homes, and recreational vehicles that were located along the river’s banks.

Asked what the hard-hit area currently needs most, Virdell said, “Prayers, as always, but finances are going to help.”

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