New Delhi, July 7 -- Catastrophic flash flooding along the Guadalupe River in central Texas has killed 27 campers and counselors at Camp Mystic, officials said Monday, in one of the deadliest weather disasters to hit the state in years.

"Camp Mystic is grieving the loss of 27 campers and counselors following the catastrophic flooding on the Guadalupe River," the camp said in a statement posted to its website.

"We have been in communication with local and state authorities who are tirelessly deploying extensive resources to search for our missing girls. We are deeply grateful for the outpouring of support from the community, first responders, and officials at every level."

Flash floods swept through central Texas over the Fourth of July...