Texas floods death toll rises to 89, officials say, as storm warnings continue

BBC update   

SEARCH efforts continue for a fourth day for dozens of people still missing following flash floods in central Texas.

At least 89 people are confirmed dead, with at least 75 in Kerr County alone, authorities say.

Camp Mystic, a girls' summer camp in the county, confirmed that at least 27 girls and staff were among the dead.

More storms are expected in the region over the next 24-48 hours, with flood alerts in place until at least Monday evening.

US President Donald Trump signed a major disaster declaration on Sunday for Kerr County, as questions have been raised about whether adequate flood warnings were provided.

The catastrophe unfolded in the early hours on Friday as the Guadalupe River rose more than 26ft (8m) in less than an hour, causing widespread damage.