Texas is a region where the weather changes so rapidly that it's impossible not to pay attention to the weather news while living here.

Especially in the summer, news often comes in saying, "It rained so much that there was a flood," and the Kerr County flood was a disaster that was hard to believe even when seen. In early July, the Guadalupe River overflowed due to torrential rain that fell within just two days, and it seemed as if the once peaceful river had turned into a 'monster' that engulfed the entire town. There were 121 confirmed deaths and over 170 missing. This is not just a natural disaster; it can only be described as a historic catastrophe.

And on July 11, just eight days after the disaster, former President Donald Trump and First Lady Melania visited the site. Honestly, I've been so disconnected from the noisy political news in the U.S. lately, but I couldn't take my eyes off this event.

Trump said while surveying the area:

"Trees that have been rooted for over a hundred years have been uprooted. The narrow river overflowed and became a monster. I've seen many hurricanes and tornadoes, but I've never seen anything like this."

In fact, this is not just rhetoric or a political statement. Just looking at the photos and videos of the affected areas, you can understand why he said that. The water flow was so strong that decades-old trees were uprooted, cars were caught on utility poles, and entire houses were swept away.

What was even more heartbreaking was that among those affected were female students who participated in the Camp Mystic summer camp. This camp, established in 1926, is a representative Christian summer camp in Texas that will celebrate its 100th anniversary next year. It is reported that at least 27 girls lost their lives at this camp alone.

Trump referred to those children as "little angels" and expressed his condolences, saying, "I believe God will embrace them in heaven." Another impressive point was that Melania, who usually speaks little, also personally conveyed her condolences.

"I met the parents of the children, held their hands, and prayed together. I promised to return."

In the face of such natural disasters, it seems that politics and ideology become meaningless. Trump and Texas Governor Greg Abbott said they are "close both politically and personally," but what is more important is who will help these victims and how.

The search for the missing continues. Governor Abbott also stated, "We are prepared to stay here for a long time. We will deploy all personnel and resources."

Every time I hear news like this, I feel that such things can happen in 'our neighborhood' at any time. The climate is unpredictable, and rivers can quietly flow until one day they become monsters.

And what we can do is to remember, help, and prepare. Nature may be unpredictable, but I believe we can prepare our hearts.

I hope this tragedy does not just fade away as a brief news story.

And above all, I hope those little angels are resting peacefully in heaven...