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A flood watch remains in effect on Thursday, July 16 for parts of Texas Hill Country for the potential for life-threatening flooding.
Floodwaters entered homes in Texas on Thursday amid a "deadly" wave on the Guadalupe River likened to a tsunami.
"This is an extremely dangerous and life-threatening situation."
Gruene is a historic Texas Hill Country enclave known for German heritage, preserved buildings, and a lively walkable district. Visitors can hear live music at Gruene Hall, float the Guadalupe River, shop local boutiques, and dine at the Gristmill.
The Texas Department of Transportation said in an updated post that U.S. State Highway 87 at the Pedernales River has reopened. A Central Texas Hill Country town is in high flood alert as heavy rains continue to shower the region on Thursday,
Officials in Texas have implemented major changes to improve flood warnings after last year's deadly floods in Hill Country
