Trump visits Texas flood zone; vigil planned Friday night as search continues

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania Trump arrived in Central Texas today.

What to Know

• President Donald Trump is visiting Texas to assess catastrophic flooding that has killed at least 120 people. 
• Trump plans to tour affected areas by air, meet first responders and speak with victims' families. 
•  The July 4 disaster killed at least 120 people and left more than 160 missing,

President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump have arrived in Texas Friday. They plan to meet with first responders, families affected by the recent deadly July 4 floods, and local officials, according to a White House official.

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In response to questions about what people can do to help the area recover from the deadly flood, Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha said the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country, a 501(c)(3) charity serving the Texas Hill Country, has established a relief fund to support vetted local response, relief and recovery efforts. Organizers said all donations go directly to organizations working on the front lines of the July 4 flooding emergency. All donations are tax-deductible, and you will receive a receipt for your gift. To learn more or donate, visit the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country here.