Hundreds of residents, campers and visitors were plucked to safety after the Guadalupe River rapidly swelled in Texas Hill Country with little warning.

At least 43 people died after heavy rain pounded Kerr County, Texas, early Friday, leading to "catastrophic" flooding, according to officials. Children are among the dead, said Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, who has taken on the duties of acting governor.

The devastating flooding in Kerrville has left trees folded over and heavy, dangerous debris in Guadalupe River. FOX's David Sentendrey reports on the what's been seen left behind.

The Guadalupe River flooded early July 4 as heavy rains prompted all in the area to evacuate. Additionally, emergency responders are frantically searching