After devastating floods hit Texas over the July Fourth weekend, officials initially reported nearly 160 people missing. But in a huge relief, that number has now dropped to just three—meaning most of those unaccounted for have been found safe.

Editor’s Note: Floods can be terrifying, especially when loved ones go missing. This update brings much-needed hope after a traumatic event, showing how communities and responders pulled together to locate people. It’s also a reminder of how chaotic disaster tracking can be—early numbers often shift dramatically as communication lines are restored.