Texas Calls In Mexican Rescue Team for Help After Devastating Fourth of July Weekend Flood

Texas Calls In Mexican Rescue Team for Help After Devastating Fourth of July Weekend Flood
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A special unit from Coahuila’s Protección Civil and Bomberos de Acuña has arrived in Texas after receiving a formal request from the nonprofit search and rescue organization Texas EquuSearch. The deployment follows devastating flash floods caused by intense rainfall that struck Kerr County and surrounding areas over the fourth of July weekend, leading to the overflow of the Guadalupe River and widespread damage across the region.

According to Milenio, thirteen trained specialists left Mexico on Sunday morning at 5 a.m. local time, bringing with them the necessary equipment to conduct water rescues and support the local authorities and volunteers already working in affected areas. Their mission is to aid in the location and recovery of individuals swept away or stranded due to the fast-moving floods, which overwhelmed campsites, residential neighborhoods, and rural zones with little time for evacuation.

One of the Most Prepared Teams in the Region

The Rescate Acuático team from Ciudad Acuña is recognized as one of the most experienced in Mexico. Their past operations include recovering stranded people from the Río Bravo and conducting missions along the border between Mexico and the United States, where many migrants have attempted dangerous crossings under extreme conditions. Their work has extended into international waters and disaster zones, often involving searches for people who disappeared in rivers with strong currents or unpredictable weather.

Texas EquuSearch sought their collaboration after assessing the scale of the emergency. The U.S. organization is known for its coordinated volunteer-led efforts to locate missing individuals, but given the severity of the flooding and the terrain involved, they called for assistance from those with technical experience in water rescues.

According to officials from Acuña, this team has been involved in multiple national and international missions, always operating with the proper equipment and rescue protocols. Their ability to respond to complex flood conditions made them a logical choice to reinforce efforts in Texas.

Mexican Rescue Team Responds to the Needs of Families in Texas

The invitation to join the Texas response effort was made through official channels, and the government of Acuña confirmed its full support for the mission. Although it is not yet clear how long the Mexican team will remain in Texas, their presence is expected to bring relief and added efficiency to the ongoing search.

The unit has traveled with rescue boats, safety gear, communication tools, and other materials suited to navigating submerged landscapes. Their coordination with U.S. teams is being handled through Texas EquuSearch and local sheriff’s offices.

With many families still searching for missing loved ones, and given the extent of the destruction caused by the river’s overflow, the arrival of these trained responders from Mexico brings added hope. The shared border and history between the two regions are reflected in this effort, which, in current times, is important as ever to recognize.

Names of the Rescuers Who Answered the Call

The Mexican rescue team includes professionals with extensive backgrounds in rescue logistics, aquatic navigation, and emergency care. The names of the responders supporting rescue efforts in Texas are:

  • Javier Alvarado Lumbreras
  • Cristopher Abraham Herrera
  • Roel Delgado Martínez
  • José Omar Llanas Hernández
  • Aldo Ortiz Rodríguez
  • Mario Alberto Linares
  • Guillermo Samuel Quiroz
  • Javier Isaac Alvarado
  • Jesús Eduardo Salas Ibarra
  • Ismael Aldaba Flores
  • Miguel Ángel González
  • Jesús Gómez Arizpe
  • Jorge Fuentes

Each of these individuals has received advanced training through years of service. They regularly attend to emergency calls from the Río Bravo, often involving high-risk rescues during periods of flooding or in dangerous weather.

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