The catastrophic Texas floods have left no community untouched—not even the family of Kansas City Chiefs owner Clark Hunt. His wife, Tavia Hunt, revealed on Instagram that their 9-year-old cousin, Janie Hunt, was among the victims at Camp Mystic, where floodwaters swept through with terrifying force.
Janie, the great-granddaughter of oil tycoon William Herbert Hunt, was one of 750 campers at the riverside retreat when the Guadalupe River swelled to 30 feet above its usual level. The youngest girls, sleeping in low-lying cabins, faced the brunt of the disaster. Camp director Richard Eastland, 70, died heroically trying to save them.
Tavia’s post captured the heartbreak of families grappling with loss: “The Bible doesn’t shy away from the question of why a loving God allows suffering,” she wrote, seeking comfort in faith amid despair.
Rescue teams have saved over 850 people, some found clinging to trees, but criticism mounts over delayed warnings. Meteorologists insist forecasts were accurate—yet alerts failed to reach many in time. Meanwhile, staffing shortages at the National Weather Service, tied to past budget cuts, have raised questions about preparedness.
As search efforts persist, the death toll may exceed 100. For the Hunts and others, the focus now is on honoring memories—like Janie’s vibrant spirit—while navigating grief that defies explanation.