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Texas DPS helicopter team recounts critical Hill Country flood rescues in Kerr County

Published: August 18, 2025 at 6:37 AM

Texas DPS troopers, specially trained to hoist and rappel from helicopters, played a critical role in a daring rescue mission after July 4 flooding in Kerr County.

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