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New Braunfels residents still cleaning up after flooding

NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas -- With more rain in the forecast, it's a race against the clock for some residents in New Braunfels. They're still cleaning up and drying out after being flooded just 72 hours ago.
Residents in New Braunfels are still cleaning up and drying out after being flooded just 72 hours ago.

NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas -- With more rain in the forecast, it's a race against the clock for some residents in New Braunfels. They're still cleaning up and drying out after being flooded just 72 hours ago.

Up and down riverside neighborhoods in New Braunfels, you can easily spot piles of debris and soggy furniture.

David Faulkinberry was out of town when the storm hit. Monday was his first look at the damage left behind.

"As you can see the car is on the wrong side of the garage," said Faulkinberry.

About six feet of water rushed into his garage, submerging his vehicle. Faulkinberry spent much of the afternoon clearing out debris and mud. However, cleaning out and repairing the garage might seem like a small task compared to what others are enduring.

"All these posts are knocked out of line," said Fred Maxwell.

Maxwell said numerous contractors have told him he now has structural problems.

"It's going to cost probably $10,000 to put it back together," said Maxwell.

He and his wife had to be rescued by boat during the storm. Because of their age, Maxwell said he and his wife are moving out to avoid another close call.

"We're both in our 90s, and we just can't handle it," said Maxwell.

Terry Walling's home saw almost two feet of water. The entire first floor will have to be re-done. It's process that will take months, yet Walling finds a way to stay positive.

"That's the joy of living on the river. How many people live on the Guadalupe river?" said Walling.

Despite all the homeowners saying they will be spending thousands of dollars out of pocket, they're all grateful they made it out alive. 

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