The number of counties under Gov. Greg Abbott's disaster declaration for the deadly flooding in the Texas Hill Country has doubled since July 4, according to his past announcements.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott expands the disaster declaration to include four new counties due to severe flooding, seeking additional federal aid and offering various support measures for recovery.

"We must ensure better preparation in the future," Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement posted on social media.

A man and a little girl from Camp Mystic were still missing, Abbott said. He last said the death toll stood at 135.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Wednesday directed lawmakers to redraw the state’s congressional map as part of a special session that kicks off later this month, as the GOP seeks to retain its narrow US House majority after next year’s midterm elections.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott visited San Angelo to praise Tom Green County’s flood response, meet with officials and families, and promise continued recovery support.

Gov. Greg Abbott vetoed the bill and put it on the special session agenda, saying he wants a narrower version.

Gov. Greg Abbott topped all Texas politicians in political fundraising so far this year, raising more than $20 million for his campaign, a figure that dwarfs every other hopeful who has announced they are running for a statewide office in 2026.