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Firefighter's Last Words: 'I've got five minutes left'
6 Dec
Summary
- A former firefighter calmly told 911 he had minutes to live during the July 4th flood.
- He witnessed his wife and RV swept away before clinging to a tree.
- Over 130 people, including 27 at Camp Mystic, perished in the disaster.
Newly released 911 calls detail the harrowing experiences of those caught in the July 4th flooding. Among them was former volunteer firefighter Bradley Perry, who spoke with a dispatcher while clinging to a tree. He described the rising waters, the loss of his wife and RV, and expressed grim certainty about his own survival, stating he had only minutes left. Despite his tragic end, his wife, Tina, survived, though hospitalized for injuries.
The disaster, which occurred in Kerr County, resulted in over 130 fatalities. The Christian all-girls sleepaway camp, Camp Mystic, was particularly devastated, with 25 campers, two counselors, and the director perishing. The released calls underscore the widespread panic and the impossible choices faced by victims and rescuers alike.
Authorities have released hundreds of these distressing calls, acknowledging the emotional toll they carry. The Kerrville Police Department reported receiving 435 calls within a six-hour period following the initial report of flooding, with limited staff on duty. The department continues to offer support to the families and loved ones affected by this catastrophic event.
