Shakira Contributes Show Earnings to Support Texas Flood Victims
Shakira is stepping up to assist the victims and families affected by the ongoing floods in central Texas.
“Dear San Antonio, our hearts and prayers go out to those impacted by the floods in Central Texas,” Shakira posted on X on Saturday, July 5. “We are contributing a portion of tonight’s concert proceeds to Catholic Charities of San Antonio, which are offering disaster relief to the families in need.”
She went on to say, “If you want to join me in donating, please click the link below. Your assistance is vital and greatly appreciated.” The artist shared a link to a donation platform managed by Catholic Charities.
The concert in Texas on Saturday night marked her final performance before her tour resumes in California in August.
At least 70 individuals have lost their lives due to flash floods sweeping through Texas Hill Country over the holiday weekend. Rescuers worked tirelessly to help as many people as possible along the banks of the Guadalupe River, where water levels surged rapidly while many residents were asleep. A dozen children are still unaccounted for from Camp Mystic, a summer camp for kids located in the area during the flood.
Among the 70 deceased, at least 59 are from Kerr County. The casualties include 38 adults and 21 children. As of this publication, 11 girls and one counselor are still presumed missing from the camp. Although Kerr County is regarded as the center of the flooding, some victims resided in other regions of the state, including Burnet County, Tom Green County, Travis County, and Williamson County.
President Trump declared a state of emergency for Kerr County on Sunday, July 6.
The flooding occurred after the river overflowed its banks following a period of heavy rainfall, Reuters reported. Officials have successfully rescued over 850 individuals, including some who sought refuge in trees, the news outlet noted.
According to Reuters, approximately 700 girls were at Camp Mystic when the floods hit.
“Our cabins at the very top of the hills were completely inundated with water. I mean, you all have seen the utter devastation; we never imagined this could occur,” counselor Katharine Somerville stated in an interview with Fox News on Sunday. She also confirmed that all her campers were safe and accounted for.
Images from the scene reveal that water rose at least six feet from the ground in the cabins where the girls were sleeping, and some cabins are now missing walls that were presumably washed away.
