As the death toll from catastrophic flooding in the Hill Country comes into clearer view, Texas politicians, the Dallas sporting world and celebrities shared their sorrow across social media and appealed to their followers to aid the storm-battered region.

Donation drives are happening in the Houston-area for those who want to offer support and essential supplies to Kerr County flood victims. Here's where you can donate.

On Saturday, officials reported that at least 27 people were found dead, including nine children. Many others are still missing.

Catastrophic flooding struck central Texas on Friday as the Guadalupe River surged by more than 20 to 26 feet within 90 minutes, causing widespread devastation and forcing mass evacuations in Texas Hill Country. At least 80 people have been killed in the floods while others remain missing or displaced and more than 850 people required rescuing.