Hill Country flood fund raises $60 million
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The Central Texas Strong Online Auction officially launched on Monday, offering a unique opportunity for community members to support flood relief efforts while bidding on exclusive items. Running from July 21 through August 4,
Since the recent Hill Country flooding, the Hunt Independent School District has become a hub of relief and recovery, with classrooms converted into temporary sleeping quarters and community volunteers coordinating efforts around the clock.
The Lynchburg Fire Department sent a crew of 12 people on Saturday morning to help with flood relief in Lebanon. Lynchburg's Captain John Ripley said that they have been training as they wait in the area.
Companies and celebrities from across the country have contributed funds to the relief effort in Central Texas.
After collecting aid items in central Ohio, Day 41 Disaster Relief drove them down to Texas to help flood survivors and first responders.
The Houston Texans were the first to announce their donations on Saturday, July 5, with more coming throughout the week. The Dallas Cowboys and the NFL Foundation joined the Texans on Sunday, July 6, with each contributing $500,000 in a $1.5 million total donation.
Despite being destroyed by the recent flooding, the Hunt Store has become the heart of the community's recovery, where volunteers are serving three free meals a day and distributing supplies to anyone in need. The store, which has been a meeting place for locals and visitors for decades, is now the symbol of the town's resilience.