President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump met with local, state and federal officials and first responders who are navigating the aftermath of flash floods that devastated the Central Texas community in Kerrville.

Read more <a href=" President Donald Trump spoke about the loss of life as a result of the flooding while surrounded by state and city leaders in Kerrville on Friday.

Trump meets rescuers and families of victims killed in Camp Mystic flooding disaster - President’s visit comes amid reports Kerr County officials were repeatedly denied state funding for emergency flo

KERRVILLE, Texas (AP) — President Donald Trump on Friday toured the devastation from catastrophic flooding in Texas and lauded state and local officials, even amid mounting criticism that they may have failed to warn residents quickly enough that a deadly wall of water was coming their way.

Melania Trump accompanied her husband on an official visit to Texas, where her appearance appeared to send a strong statement as she opted for a plain black baseball cap

At Howd's Bar & Chill, karaoke night returned, offering a moment of solace and unity for those continuing to deal with grief.

During a press briefing on Wednesday, Kerrville Police Department Sergeant Jonathan Lamb was asked about the number of people who remain missing following extreme flash floods in Kerr County, Texas.