Watch: 'This is a tragedy' - Texans pay respects to flood victims

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Texans gathered at a park in downtown San Antonio to honour the victims of the flash fooding that hit Central Texas on Friday. At least 100 people have died, with dozens more unaccounted for.

Camp Mystic, a Christian all-girls' summer camp, confirmed at least 27 girls and staff were among the dead. Ten girls and a camp counsellor are still missing.

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