“At Least 120 Dead in Texas Natural Disaster – Majority Are Women and Children”

“At Least 120 Dead in Texas Natural Disaster – Majority Are Women and Children”
[Texas | July 11, 2025]

At least 120 people have died in the catastrophic flooding that has struck the U.S. state of Texas, with the majority of the victims being women and children. The natural disaster, which began on July 4th—Independence Day, has been described by President Donald Trump's administration as a “once-in-a-lifetime calamity.”

President Trump Heads to Texas

To assess the devastation firsthand, President Donald Trump is set to visit Texas today. According to a White House statement, the President will conduct an aerial survey of the flood-affected areas—an approach commonly used by U.S. presidents to avoid putting additional pressure on local emergency responders.

He will also visit the Texas State Emergency Management Center, where he is scheduled to meet first responders and families of victims. As part of the visit, the President will receive a special briefing from senior federal and state officials on the ongoing response efforts.

Trump Still Committed to Phasing Out FEMA

Despite the unfolding crisis, President Trump has not backed away from his previous pledge to eliminate the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and shift disaster response responsibilities to state governments. However, in the aftermath of this major disaster, Trump has adopted a more restrained tone in his political messaging—suggesting that large-scale emergencies may complicate rigid political strategies.

Widespread Fear and Desperation Among Residents

Many people across Texas remain missing, while power outages, clean water shortages, and a lack of medical supplies have escalated the humanitarian crisis. The National Guard has been deployed to affected areas, and thousands of displaced residents are taking refuge in temporary shelters.

While President Trump’s visit is viewed by many as a symbolic gesture of compassion, public demand is mounting for urgent aid and fast-track rehabilitation programs to address the dire situation on the ground.