Singer Pat Green devastated after brother, sister-in-law die and nephews go missing in Texas flood

KERR COUNTY, TEXAS: Country music star Pat Green is enduring a devastating family tragedy after historic flooding in Central Texas claimed the lives of several of his loved ones.

The singer confirmed that his younger brother, John Green, and sister-in-law, Julia, were killed when deadly floodwaters swept through the RV park where they were staying in Kerrville.

The couple’s two sons, Jack, 5, and James, 1, remain missing as search and rescue teams continue combing the area.

The floods, which began on Friday, July 4, after days of torrential rain, have killed at least 110 people across the state, including more than two dozen children. Thousands have been displaced as rivers overflowed, roads collapsed, and entire communities were left in chaos.

Pat Green mourns loss of brother and sister-in-law in Guadalupe River flood

The Green family had been vacationing in an RV near the Guadalupe River in Kerrville when flash floods struck the region over the weekend.

Witnesses reported seeing John Green holding onto his two sons, attempting to stay afloat in the rapidly rising water. Despite his efforts, both he and his wife, Julia, were swept away. 

Their bodies were recovered on July 8, but the boys are still missing. The couple’s daughter, Jenna, was not present, she had been attending summer camp and is safe. The tragedy has shocked the community and prompted an outpouring of prayers and support.

On July 6, Pat Green released a public statement confirming the loss: “Over the weekend, during the devastating flooding that hit Central Texas, my family — like so many others — suffered a heartbreaking and deeply personal loss."

"We are grieving alongside countless Texans whose lives have been upended by this tragedy. Right now, we kindly ask for privacy and space as we mourn, support each other, and begin to process what comes next for our family. Thank you for your love, prayers, and compassion.”

His wife, Kori Green, later shared a deeply emotional Instagram post, writing: “Pat’s little brother John, his wife Julia, and two of their children were swept away in the Kerrville flood. We are so thankful for the outpouring of love and concern. We are heartbroken and anxiously waiting for all of them to be found. Thank you for your prayers.”

Grief and compassion flood social media after Pat Green family tragedy

As news of the tragedy spread, an overwhelming wave of support poured in on social media, especially on Instagram, where fans and fellow Texans shared their heartbreak and offered comfort to John Green and his family. Many expressed disbelief at the scope of the loss.

Many expressed disbelief at the scope of the loss.

“There are no words for a loss like this,” one user wrote, echoing the grief felt by thousands. Others offered spiritual comfort, quoting scripture such as Philippians 4:13: “I have the strength to face all conditions by the power that Christ gives me.”

Messages of love and prayer filled the comments: “Unimaginable, Kori. Sending up prayers.” and “Please know you’re in our hearts and prayers.”

Another added, “Sending grace and strength to you and your loved ones.” The comments reflect a shared mourning across communities—strangers united in compassion, lifting up the family in their darkest hour.

In response to the tragedy, the singer postponed a scheduled concert, citing the “unforeseen weather and tragedy,” and extended prayers to all those affected across the Hill Country.

Texas lawmaker regrets vote against disaster alert bill after deadly Guadalupe River flooding

Republican state Representative Wes Virdell, who represents Kerr County, has expressed regret over voting against House Bill 13, a measure aimed at strengthening Texas' disaster response and alert systems.

The legislation was introduced following the devastating Panhandle wildfires last year, which burned over 1 million acres, including part of country singer George Strait’s property, and claimed three lives. Although the bill passed in the House, it ultimately failed in the Senate. House Bill 13 proposed funding for emergency communications infrastructure, including sirens and regional alert systems.

“In hindsight, watching what it takes to deal with a disaster like this, my vote would probably be different now,” Virdell, a freshman lawmaker from Brady, told The Texas Tribune on Monday, July 7.

Despite his regret, Virdell questioned whether improved alerts could have changed the outcome during the flash flooding. The Guadalupe River in Kerrville rose dramatically—from just 1 foot to over 34 feet—between 2 am and 7 am on July 4, overwhelming communities in the early morning darkness.

“I don’t think there was enough evidence to even suspect something like this was going to happen,” he said. “I think even if you had a warning system there, this came in so fast and early in the morning, it's very unlikely the warning system would have had much effect.”

Virdell admitted he couldn’t recall the exact reason for his initial opposition to the bill but guessed it was likely due to concerns over funding. Regardless, he acknowledged that even if it had passed, the law was not scheduled to take effect until September 1, weeks after the deadly floods.

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