by Amid the devastating flash floods that claimed dozens of lives across Central Texas, a glimmer of hope emerged in the form of a frightened dog named Superman. Found alone atop a pile of debris after being swept away from his home, Superman was rescued following the tragic death of his owner.
Animal rescue teams are working around the clock to care for displaced pets like him, while grieving families cling to these last living links to their loved ones.
Superman’s Rescue:
- Found scared and alone on a pile of debris after flash floods in Central Texas
- Owner died in the floods
- Described as “fearful and aching” by Austin Pets Alive!
- Rescue volunteers patiently earned his trust before moving him to safety
Medical & Emotional Care:
- Evaluated by Kerrville Pets Alive!
- Now in the care of a foster volunteer
- Plans underway to reunite Superman with his surviving family
Family’s Situation:
- Family lost everything in the floods and is grieving
- Shelter says Superman is their last remaining connection to the past
Wider Animal Rescue Efforts:
- Austin Pets Alive!, Kerrville Pets Alive!, and Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter involved
- Deployed riverbank search teams of 20–30 volunteers
- Set up mobile veterinary hospital in Kerrville
- Around 100 displaced animals taken in
- Public urged to become foster caregivers or donate to help recovery
The Disaster Context:
- Flash floods hit Texas over Fourth of July weekend
- Guadalupe River rose 26 feet in 2 hours
- At least 81 confirmed dead
- Over 1,000 personnel involved in human and animal rescue operations
- Residents urged not to conduct self-searches due to safety risks
